A couple of theories - Maybe partially submerged in a flood. I lost an '84 GTI that way. If you find water in other things, that might point to that. The other theory recalls a visit I had with a Penzoil engineer years ago when we had him in to talk to a bunch of racers. One little tidbit he shared was an old granny grocery getter they found that had a block full of water. For every gallon of gas you burn, there is a gallon of water that should go out the tailpipe. Think of the steam leaving the pipe in the winter. In the case of the engine described, it drove such a short distance, it never got warm enough for the water to heat up enough to leave the tailpipe. If this was a plow, maybe the drive was short and it never got warm enough? I did wonder if you ever got any of your trans fluid down on the lifters. After looking at those pushrods (which I do try and keep in order) I am thinking those lifters were part of the issue. Anyway, I hope your tetnus shots are up-to-date... ;-)
Subbed! Love to see this old beauty get saved! Carb rebuild should be easy compared to what u just did, find the pinhead video series, it’s step by step. Can’t wait to see her running! These tractors literally don’t die
That was great I am a wrencher and that to me is wire wheel every thing run wire in all tube blow out with air oil and re assembly top fluid and start run 1/2 hour great job good back up engine if not your runner
Hi i am a newbie. Here lately I have been binge watching your videos. Just watched your stump bucket video. You were having trouble cutting tap roots. This is because your stump bucket is designed to horizontally. If you will make two more triangle teeth and weld them to each side it will then be able to cut the tap roots. Just a suggestion that I think will work. Thank you for giving me something to watch. I hope your channel grows.
Thanks for your videos mate, really looking forward to the engine getting started. Where did you get the engine gasket kit from? I'm working on a FJ40 1974 myself and hope to tackle the engine soon. Keep up the good work.
If it was inside, a bit of condensation builds up each year from the temperature change if it doesn't run to burn it out again. But that looks like way too much water for condensation!
i'm pretty sure you can get a rebuild kit for that engine. about $1,200. it can be a slippery slope though. then do you do the distributor? carb? timing gear? fuel pump? before you know it you're at $2,500.
I see the fj40 content doesn’t get as many views as your regular content but I really enjoy watching the fj40 content! Keep it coming!
Unbelievable sabotage.
A miracle it turned over. Good luck, I think it will run!
Next old rusty engine that is stuck, use brake fluid (dot 3) it melts rust! Keep going and it will run.
A couple of theories - Maybe partially submerged in a flood. I lost an '84 GTI that way. If you find water in other things, that might point to that. The other theory recalls a visit I had with a Penzoil engineer years ago when we had him in to talk to a bunch of racers. One little tidbit he shared was an old granny grocery getter they found that had a block full of water. For every gallon of gas you burn, there is a gallon of water that should go out the tailpipe. Think of the steam leaving the pipe in the winter. In the case of the engine described, it drove such a short distance, it never got warm enough for the water to heat up enough to leave the tailpipe. If this was a plow, maybe the drive was short and it never got warm enough? I did wonder if you ever got any of your trans fluid down on the lifters. After looking at those pushrods (which I do try and keep in order) I am thinking those lifters were part of the issue. Anyway, I hope your tetnus shots are up-to-date... ;-)
Subbed! Love to see this old beauty get saved! Carb rebuild should be easy compared to what u just did, find the pinhead video series, it’s step by step. Can’t wait to see her running! These tractors literally don’t die
Cool stuff!
Nice work
That was great I am a wrencher and that to me is wire wheel every thing run wire in all tube blow out with air oil and re assembly top fluid and start run 1/2 hour great job good back up engine if not your runner
Hi i am a newbie. Here lately I have been binge watching your videos. Just watched your stump bucket video. You were having trouble cutting tap roots. This is because your stump bucket is designed to horizontally. If you will make two more triangle teeth and weld them to each side it will then be able to cut the tap roots. Just a suggestion that I think will work. Thank you for giving me something to watch. I hope your channel grows.
Try using Vinegar, and C.L.R. in the engine to free up the locked engine,,,pull plugs,fill it up.
There was more water in that sump than the radiator!😬
I just found you on CZcams and have been catching up on your videos. I've also subscribed. What state are you in?
Thanks for your videos mate, really looking forward to the engine getting started. Where did you get the engine gasket kit from? I'm working on a FJ40 1974 myself and hope to tackle the engine soon. Keep up the good work.
If it was inside, a bit of condensation builds up each year from the temperature change if it doesn't run to burn it out again. But that looks like way too much water for condensation!
i'm pretty sure you can get a rebuild kit for that engine. about $1,200. it can be a slippery slope though. then do you do the distributor? carb? timing gear? fuel pump? before you know it you're at $2,500.
How did that not freeze and pop
Your rocker assembly is probably rusted solid. I pulled a 2f out of a junk yard cruiser that was locked up because of that.
What do you enjoy more, farming or working on cars?
Bet they were submerged, oil floated out the top.