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intermittent squeaking sound
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lautens |
12-31-2014 @ 3:30 PM
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just installed a 1938, 60 hp and when idling i'm hearing an intermittent squeaking/squawking sound. is it possible that the fuel pump is acting up. perhaps a dry diaphragm!
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1932BB |
12-31-2014 @ 5:58 PM
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Check to see if the rubbing blocks on the points are lubricated. It is surprising how much noise they can make if dry.
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lautens |
12-31-2014 @ 6:04 PM
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when I listen, sounds like it's coming from the rear. in the fuel pump area.
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nelsb01 |
01-01-2015 @ 5:58 AM
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When I had a 1937 60hp it was always the fan belt. Solved that with a light spray of WD-40.
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TomO |
01-01-2015 @ 8:14 AM
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I have never heard a squeak coming from the fuel pump. but I always pack the operating arm with a light grease. Use a screwdriver as a stethoscope to isolate the noise.
Tom
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keith oh |
01-01-2015 @ 12:05 PM
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The old saying about squeaks and rattles in old fords was,'be glad you have two parts close enough together to squeak and rattle".
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trjford8 |
01-01-2015 @ 1:07 PM
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Keith , I'll add to that with the old saying "if it ain't leakin' oil it's out of oil"
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