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Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Kid Jeff, Nov 4, 2007.

  1. Kid Jeff
    Joined: Aug 8, 2006
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    I have a 54 belair that has been sitting for awhile, since the 80s. The engine does not turn over. I was thinking that there is probably a bunch of crap on top of the pistons that have kind of sealed them to the cylinder wall preventing them from moving. Is this true and any ideas on how I can get the engine running?
     
  2. Kid Jeff
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    Forgot to mention it is a 235/ powerglide that is all original.
     
  3. Ole don
    Joined: Dec 16, 2005
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    The old guys say to remove the plugs and put in a 50/50 mixture of Marvel Mystery oil and kerosene. Let it sit for a few days and try to turn it with the crank nut, or a bar on the flywheel teeth. Remove the rocker cover and press down each rocker with a hammer handle to check for stuck valves. When you get it to turn, then check the carb, fuel tank and pump, and ignition.
     
  4. racer756
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