identical. The two cylinders were inspected, then cleaned and soon
disassembled.Good oiling was the first and foremost indicator of proper operation,
resulting in long engine life, with careful operation a close second. Said
the factory: “The engine is adjusted before leaving the factory, and if
kept well oiled, should not require any attention for some time. Exhaust
valves will require regrinding after engine has been in use some time.”
The company also showed owners how to do their own grind job.
It was a simple philosophy for a rugged, straight-forward machine
made to be good and reliable, especially for half-ton farm or mercantile
loads.
The crank case only required a good cleaning to be serviceable.
There was no damage to gears or rust.We started this article by quoting a manual. Have such in-depth
paperwork at your fingertips before unbolting anything. Make
photocopies and enlarge as needed, then jot comments on the sheets as
you proceed. Augment this resource by networking with owners of
similar vehicles. Solicit advice by exchanging pictures (especially by e-
mail) when you stumble onto a problem or need a rare part.
A major rule to follow when tackling the tear-down of an old engine is
to take plenty of pictures, label and bag items, lay out the parts in
logical progression, position them so that they will not be bothered and