<VV> hydraulic lock

[Harry Yarnell]

Yes.
I had a similar situation years ago.
One carb needle valve  (float?) didn't close, car was on a slight incline,
and the physics of a siphon took over.




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[mailto:virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org] On Behalf Of Michael Kovacs
Sent: Thursday, October 11, 2012 10:15 AM
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Subject: <VV> hydraulic lock

Symptom: I had a problem starting my '66 PG. Starter engaged but would not
turn over the engine. I replaced the starter and had the exact same problem.
It reminded me of a hydraulic lick on radial engines when fuel/oil would
drain into the bottom cylinder and 'locks' the engine. 

 Solution: I then pulled the engine though by the bolt in the pulley. 
One cylinder seemed very tight, but did pull through with some gentle
pressure on the wrench. 

 Engine turned over easily and started.

 Cause: ??? How does enough fluid get into an HO engine to lock the
cylinder. 
Can one carb drain in enough??  Replace the fuel inlet valve, lower /check
float level? 
 MIKE KOVACS
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