Active Active   Unanswered Unanswered

Search found 19 matches

by mark.pauster
Sun May 08, 2022 2:11 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Paragon 1XE transmission repair
Replies: 0
Views: 3387

Paragon 1XE transmission repair

While rebuilding my 2 K engines I decided to take apart and inspect the tranny on 1 engine (this engine obviously ran low/out of oil, spun rod bearing, evidences of low/no oil in the tranny) I’m trying to disassemble the gear case to inspect the plates but the top collar only turns an inch either wa...
by mark.pauster
Fri Apr 01, 2022 8:40 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Some keel issues
Replies: 1
Views: 2705

Some keel issues

Just about done the rebuild of my 2 K engines (will share pics soon). Inspected the hull and found the keel needs some work.
Besides scraping/sanding/primer/cotton (if wider than .25in), what should I use to replace what previous owner used?
Thanks in advance for any input
by mark.pauster
Wed Mar 02, 2022 3:17 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: ‘57 CC Sedan bow decking
Replies: 4
Views: 3450

Re: ‘57 CC Sedan bow decking

Thanks Captain
I was afraid of that!! I guess no real options to see more wood.
by mark.pauster
Mon Feb 28, 2022 2:19 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: ‘57 CC Sedan bow decking
Replies: 4
Views: 3450

‘57 CC Sedan bow decking

Hope This is the correct forum
Being a glutton for punishment, I am considering removing some sort of white painted laminate on my bow deck. I like the look of stained and varnished wood planking. just not sure what’s underneath this laminate.
any thoughts or experience would be greatly appreciated
by mark.pauster
Wed Aug 18, 2021 3:51 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Re: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

Just an update.
During my current rebuild of my 2 herds, it was discovered that the noise in question was likely a spun rod bearing, large end at #1 piston
Would make sense
Machine shop resolved issue with bore of connecting rod and I am currently in assembly mode for both engines.
Regards
by mark.pauster
Mon Aug 02, 2021 1:52 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Re: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

thanks Jim.
Flywheel to crank bolts??
by mark.pauster
Fri Jul 30, 2021 4:52 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Re: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

An update: Both engines have been fully machined and parts inspected. I am currently taking my time assembling the engines since I missed the B-season, UGH. Many things were discovered during breakdown: spun rod bearing (cyl. #2) which was likely the noise, several clogged water passages, cracks in ...
by mark.pauster
Thu Feb 11, 2021 10:35 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice
Replies: 7
Views: 4286

Re: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice

Today the Blocks and Heads went to reputable local Machine shop for bake/dip/magnaflux. hopefully in a week I'll know the results. I plan on the following: - machine heads and blocks - all new parts except cam, crank, piston rods and maybe lifters - ditching the oil cooler and installing filter and ...
by mark.pauster
Wed Feb 10, 2021 10:23 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: finally removed my engines for the rebuild and seeking advice
Replies: 4
Views: 6973

finally removed my engines for the rebuild and seeking advice

I am looking for any advice on chemicals and paint to clean my bilge while the engines are out for repair

thoughts appreciated
by mark.pauster
Wed Feb 10, 2021 10:08 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice
Replies: 7
Views: 4286

Re: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice

an update spent the last month reading almost all of the posts related to my engines (KFL, KLC) and what an incredible source of info to help me in this endeavor!! posting a few pics of the engines almost ready for the machine shop (bake, hot tank and magnaflux). then i will know if I can rebuild or...
by mark.pauster
Fri Jan 15, 2021 12:09 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice
Replies: 7
Views: 4286

Re: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice

I get a lot of great help from this another similar forms so this post is just updating anyone who is interested in rebuilding my Hercules K engine rebuild I built a wooden stationary gantry crane since this is going to be a several month project and also it’s really inaccessible in my backyard to a...
by mark.pauster
Sat Jan 02, 2021 12:27 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice
Replies: 7
Views: 4286

Re: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice

First I would like to thank those for your responses and help, and also wish a safer and happier 2021 for everyone. Soon I will remove both engines for breakdown (KFL and KLC), with pics to follow. Current plan is to rebuild (low cost and simple retrofit but I heed to consider a Plan B, since I had ...
by mark.pauster
Sun Sep 06, 2020 10:50 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Re: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

I will pull the fly wheel but I believe it is separate then the pulley for the generator when I do so I can’t use that engine anymore for the end of the season I just can’t find it drawings or parts diagram for that year and engine
by mark.pauster
Sun Sep 06, 2020 10:49 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Re: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

Yes
1957 sedan cruiser with flybridge and access to the front of the engine is extremely difficult
by mark.pauster
Sat Sep 05, 2020 10:10 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Re: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

Engine not running, there is plenty of gap between the starter and flywheel. I’m thinking the flywheel and generarator pulley are separate, cannons confirm, and the noise is from the pulley. Almost impossible to inspect due to tight clearances. Flywheel inspected has no unusual wear patterns. Sound ...
by mark.pauster
Fri Sep 04, 2020 9:50 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Re: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

No work done recently. The 4 flywheel to crankshaft bolt look tight. Not familiar with the 2 housing bolts. I ran my hand around the flywheel as best as I could, considering it is very tight space, and did not feel any obstruction. Is it possible that the belt pulley sheered from the shaft?
by mark.pauster
Fri Sep 04, 2020 10:52 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Re: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

https://youtu.be/S7G9xarIzIM

the scraping sound is definitely coming from the flywheel area. I wish it were coming somewhere else where it can be easily worked on!)
by mark.pauster
Thu Sep 03, 2020 7:05 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated
Replies: 21
Views: 8323

Hercules KFL engine noise, help appreciated

<t>My 1957 Hercules Kfl engine started to make a noise recently I took the generator off thinking is the bearing. the noises is very profound metal squealing coming from the area of the fly wheel The noise definitely changes with the RPM and sometimes comes and goes. sometimes gets louder sometimes ...
by mark.pauster
Thu Jul 30, 2020 9:06 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice
Replies: 7
Views: 4286

almost done my '57 Chris Craft Cruiser restoration, and seek final engine advice

I am close to completing the restoration of my 1957 Chris Craft 28’ Sedan Cruiser with flybridge. It currently has twin in-line 6-cylinder Hercules K engines. This fall I want to replace the engines economically, possibly with readily available remanufactured 283”s. I have lots of experience with au...