Spring
Tune Up Run Reminders
All
of the points discussed below have been noted at last two Spring Tune Up Runs.
They are just a gentle reminder that our motorcars need attention.
Fuel:
If you have never run the car have you had the tank and fuel
lines cleaned out?
Have you check that rust and scale in an old tank have not
clogged the line or
port out of tank?
Is your tank full, preferable with fresh fuel?
Do you have a filter in your fuel line?
If you are running an Onan CCKB have you checked the breather
from block
to carb. If that is clogged you will get oil in points box
and short out the points.
Spark Arrestor:
Spark arrestors can clog with carbon matter and reduce engine
performance and I
suspect even prevent an engine from running. Your spark
arrestor maybe the kind
that can be easily "drained" by removing a plug. Others may
require disassembly to
clean an internal screen material. This maintenance is needed
on both 2 and 4 cycle
engines equipped with spark arrestors.
Bearings:
Axle, idler and Center Support bearing should be greased.
Battery:
Have you started the car recently?
Electrical
system:
Check lights, horn, radios, intercom and other electrical components for
functionality.
When is the last time you checked points?
Southwest
Railcar
Limited
