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Tom G.
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Posted on Wednesday, January 09, 2013 - 01:46 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I posted about my 1924 Gray Model U about seven years ago. I had several project ahead, but finally got it on the work bench today! I has good compression, and appears to be complete. Is there any manuals for these "out there" for these engines? I'd be particulary interested in how the water pump is plumbed, ignition system works, etc. Also, were the carburators gravity fed from the fuel tank, and if so, where were the tanks typically mounted in the boats?
Also, and general tips on working on these types of engines appreciated. Thanks, Tom
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Dick Briggs
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Username: dick

Post Number: 16
Registered: 07-2004
Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 08:25 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Tom, one place to start is:
http://www.oldmarineengine.com/technical/rad_tips.html This is written by Mr. Day - an expert.

Then go to: http://www.goslowboat.com/

Hope this helps
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Ernie
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Username: ernie

Post Number: 1603
Registered: 01-2002


Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 10:52 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Tom,
I don't have a manual but I do have a "U"
in a boat.
Give a hollar if you want
Ernie
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Tom G.
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Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 01:32 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Dick, thanks for this links. Lots of great information on both links! The second link has an article on how the three port, two cycle engines operates, and it was very timely, as I tore the cylinder off today, and scratched my head for quite a while trying to figure out the porting operation. It still baffles me as to why the intake and exhaust ports open to the same chamber.
Ernie, do you have any photos of your "U" and boat online? If so, I'd love to see them. Thanks, Tom
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Ernie
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Username: ernie

Post Number: 1604
Registered: 01-2002


Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 03:14 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Links here
http://www.oldmarineengine.com/discus/messages/4/254096.html
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Tom G.
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Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 06:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Ernie, Nice boat! Did you get it in the water yet? I'd like to eventually put my motor in some kind of wood boat, but for now (when I get it back together)I need to make some kind of test stand. I understand that these engines shouldn't be run without a load on them, i.e. a prop in the water. What could I rig up on a test stand for "load"? Thanks, Tom
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Bruce Hall
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Username: bruce

Post Number: 353
Registered: 07-2002
Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 08:32 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Hot Air Furnace Fan
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Tom G.
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Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 10:37 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Thanks for the idea..... I just happen to have an old furnace blower!
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Ernie
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Username: ernie

Post Number: 1606
Registered: 01-2002


Posted on Friday, January 11, 2013 - 06:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

My "U" doesn't run any different with or with out a load. That was one of the biggest suprises when I put the boat in the water.
Some small marine engines are pretty jumpy but the "U" is docile either way.
Hope this helps
Ernie
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Tom G.
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Posted on Friday, January 11, 2013 - 08:49 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Thanks Ernie, I was afraid that the first time I started it that it might jump around the garage like the Easter Bunny!

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