[Benny1963]

pulled power head today because of clicking noise
have checked everything on list stator good upper bearing good
have power head on bench came off onlt took 1hr to remove components
and pull took lots of pic and tagged all wires
got factory manual.im looking for help in what to look for when i split case
and what not to do when i split case any info on tear down and inspection will
help i guess i will be looking at bearings first as i tear down and then take to machine shop block and pistons to have miked.motor has excellent bores
but had run hot once any help on what to look for would be great
thanks everyone bennyb

[Joe Reeves]

If you have not checked for piston play, I suggest that you do so before splitting the crankcase. It might save a tremendous amount of time in locating the area of that "ticking".

(Piston Play Check)
(J. Reeves)

This procedure will tell you if there is any wear or play in the Wrist Pin, Wrist Pin Bearing, or Connecting Rod to Crankshaft area.

Remove the spark plugs. Insert a screwdriver, dowel, punch, or some object of your choice through the s/plug hole and into the cylinder/piston area. Hold the tool lightly against the top of the piston. Turn the flywheel by hand, bringing the piston up to top dead center, then continue turning the flywheel to pull the piston down about a inch..... all the while holding the tool lightly against the piston top.

Now, at the point whereas the piston has been dropped down about a inch, grab the flywheel and hold it firmly. Now, push that tool solidly and firmly against the piston top.

If the piston moves without moving the flywheel, there is a problem (wear, play, clearance, etc) somewhere with the items mention in the first sentence. Be sure to check all of the pistons/cylinders.

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