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Having seen much worse, (yes, much worse, and still running) I would still try and soak the pistons, because its a cheap way to make sure to test the cylinders, if you cant use, dont have a compression tester.
But you know, I didnt see any missing parts. A few screws, yeah. It got old style...
Make or procure a water manometer. Perform the test IAW the TM. Then pull the injectors, spray in for WD/40, or wonder oil or what ever. Mabe a couple ounces, or more, in each cylinder. Let it set a day or two. Use the S-10 to turn the engine over, for a few seconds, to remove any extra fluid...
For some reason the picture of the manometer didnt come through. But here it is, the test and what it should read.
3-5. CRANKCASE VACUUM,3-5.1. General. The value depends to some extent on the type and size of air cleaner installed on the engine.Regardless of type air cleaner used, vacuum with...
Tripple Jim,
The Onan engine, both 2 and 4 cylinder, are supposed to have a vacuum in the crankcase. There is simple instructions on how to make a water Manometer in the -24 manual. If there is ANY positive pressure on the crankcase, there is some sort of problem. They ca and do sometimes shoot...
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