Seller Couldn't Fix This UTV So I Got It CHEAP

[@jimowens381]

I love the way you break it down step by step and analyze what the problems are and are not

[@darrellbarr3019]

My guess is oil pump failed and rod bearing seized causing rod to bend and piston to destroy the cylinder. Can’t wait to see your next video to see if I’m right. This is a fun game show you have here Joe!

[@1176hambone]

Wouldn't the oil show particles?

[@jc11998877]

If the oil pump failed, wouldn’t you see upper end damage like the cams or cam journals?

[@ClayCourtGuy]

This is exactly what a hydrolocked engine looks like

[@oscr_zen]

cylinder head was not that oiled up too, it has to be the oil pump, aaand the effects of it failing

[@JosephLarosa-u8u]

No oil

[@randygrossman9990]

As I mentioned a couple of videos ago, a bore scoping of the cylinders would have saved you a ton of time and if the seller allowed you to do it pre-purchase, you could have made a better informed decision to purchase or not. These UTV's seem to be really difficult to work on because everything is crammed in. Pick your battles bud! Thanks again for the great content!

[@levilotter3638]

But then you would have as interesting of a video lol

[@scottnyc6572]

You still would’ve had to take all the plastics and covers off to get to a bore scope in.The dry oil filter was a dead giveaway for me.

[@robertdelinsky7247]

@@scottnyc6572 Fur what to slip scope down spark plug hole?

[@trued2010]

@@scottnyc6572 looks like with this one he would have had access to the spark plug hole on the right without taking too much plastic off. Conveniently that was also the one that didn't appear to have damage. Maybe he'll do it in the future though. I know hes got a bore scope now.

[@kammyHS]

Like he said at the end of the video -even if he had to rebuild the engine getting it for the price he was still okay and he was able to make another video that will also be a part 2! So I believe Joe knows what he is doing.

[@bevis226]

I'm rebuilding a 2012 Polaris RZR 900 XP engine for the 3rd time. Completely Rebuilt the bottom end last spring and only got about 10 months out of it before it started pushing all of it's coolant into the overflow. No coolant in the oil though. Pulled the head and had a machine shop check it out and they found several small cracks in it. Just spent $1400 for a new OEM head and gaskets and ARP head studs for it. With any of the twin cylinder Polaris RZRs you will want to install a manual override kit for the radiator fan. The fans kick on at between 205-210 and the computer will shut the engine down at 240f. Not alot of wiggle room between the fan duty cycle and the engine overheating. This will be the last Polaris sxs that I will ever buy. Don't care if the newer ones are better or not. They are a HUGE pain in the ass to work on and they are NOT reliable.

[@michaelbrinks8089]

I think the people who designed the Polaris Slingshot had little to 0 common sense....Had they designed a removable/partially removable weather enclosure for it. People could drive/use it year round as a commuter car. Then removable the top in summer on nice days. Fwd would have been better. Or awd with the ability to change wheels & adjust suspension. For an on/off road vehicle....Instead they went 1 rwd with no weather enclosure 😂

[@RodsHere]

idk man i have a 19 turbo xp 10000 miles no issues except belt, fuel pump and that’s it and a front diff

[@tuberNunya]

Polaris was fined $27 million for building defective ORVs. You can sue them for the cost of the new engine parts in small claims and win going away. They might even just settle . Call them.

[@jackwood8307]

👍

[@gasNmudtv]

Damn that sucks. My 2015 arctic cat wildcat sport 700cc has been bullet proof since i bought it new in 2016. Hope you have better luck with your next rig

[@riccochet704]

Same thing happened to a friends XP 1000, only with a lot more carnage, at 1500 miles. We don't know what failed first, but it destroyed the block, cylinder and head. He sourced a used engine, dropped it in and immediately sold it.

[@pinklloyd]

Dude, I am totally addicted to your videos. I used to work on bikes a long time ago. I love they way you take risks, learn, and teach as you go.

[@aaronwoodard4401]

I bought my dad and I 2 honda ranchers as our first atvs. One for each of us. After watching your videos you gave me the confidence to buy them. And we’ve got them running perfect. Thanks Joe!

[@Ajaxaxxess]

Thos honda Rancher 350's are solid rigs.

[@Ajaxaxxess]

@MarkDeaton-cx4ke S or ES? IF ES does the electric motor try and shift? If not you either disconnected something or blew a fuse.

[@Ajaxaxxess]

@MarkDeaton-cx4ke sounds you got other issues. If pull the shift motor up front and make sure the reduction gears good. Then may have to go deep.

[@blue03r6]

These are what made me quit my job as a motorcycle mechanic. The dealership took on polaris and they didnt want to get us a car lift. And being 40 i was not happy crawling around on the ground fixing these things. Btw, i can smell your driveway 😂

[@DouglasKiper-wf5ru]

Now that's funny

[@jameshisself7375]

Strongly agree. You couldn't pay me 3000 to work on one of these abominable contraptions. The only thing good about them is that it keeps the unqualified 'driver' off my precious single track since that fat ass can't fit on them. Seems to be an answer to a question nobody that can ride a motorcycle ever asked. Which makes them useless to me.

[@Foolishone28]

I personally would never buy Polaris but I appreciate your videos bc I got friends that run Polaris and I'm constantly working on them, your videos help me a lot, Thanks

[@JB409XX]

You explain every step and why you are doing it and you are always calm and smooth thank's for the videos

[@davideulivieri5138]

"You win some, you lose some...", straight from Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance! Nice work as always!

[@travishendrix7026]

I do not believe the owner did not know he grenaded this motor. It has to crunch like popcorn as it locked up . Tough job. Look forward to you getting back running Joe .

[@ClayCourtGuy]

Yeah no one just says I don’t want to look at what might be wrong

[@rystdin]

Looks like the cylinder broke while trying to start the engine. Not while driving. Else the whole block and everything would be shattered.

[@tobieTyler6007]

Previous owners said it just stopped running, but he forgot to tell you that it made one heck of a noise before it did😂

[@2vintage]

Yeah lol he didn't mention that part

[@donaldsimpson7698]

@@2vintagewas he wearing a neck brace….i’m guessing he went through the windscreen!

[@richardburke7339]

Joe, two things, 1 shop looks great, love the new work benches, next time you crack a motorcycle engine case and oil runs everywhere I won't crunch knowing the oil is running between the picnic bench top boards...lol; and 2, that engine doesn't look like it was rebuilt 1,000 miles ago, that oil filter looked original. Rich in California

[@GlockPointer]

HiFlo Filtro, not original, excellent but not original.

[@alanchurchill1540]

Happy your finally getting an engine lift.

[@2vintage]

Yeah me too

[@bikestardemon]

Hey joe. I had a similar year rzr come into my shop with no crank but everything had power. Check your brake switch. We tossed an oem one in and that fixed it completely. 100 bucks for parts and 100 for diag saved the customer from a huge headache

[@DeathMonk069]

Since the filter was dry it's definitely a pump or blockage issue. I got a deal on a locked up rzr 800 where it was ran with a damaged radiator - overheated, melting the plastic oil pickup blocking the passage to the oil pump causing all kinds of carnage similar to this one.

[@nodaklojack]

Sounds like a prime suspect of this failure.

[@RC-fu6hg]

Nice find!! 👍 Now Vinny has room for his friends when you drive him around.

[@dinosaur6756]

Watching you take that rack off reminded me of myself, struggling with tedious bolts, until I bought a cordless electric ratchet. I love that thing. I bought the extended reach model. They're under $100 for a decent one and definitely worth the money.

[@weekender38]

which brand cordless?

[@rickjans664]

I would think pressure washing the whole unit would be a good idea get rid of sand mud that can fall into the engine but that this point in the inspection the major failure would matter that much, what i find amazing is what you have to got through to check the oil level and add oil kind of nuts

[@Quadguy83]

Gotta tear engine completely down. But yeah. He doesn't do things right at all.

[@davidkettell1073]

Pretty obvious the previous owner never checked the oil until he added too much after it blew up.

[@krazy4baja]

Here’s a tip for some people that don’t know. It’s easier to push a vehicle by rotating the tires by hand then pushing or pulling from bumpers os body. The only thing about rotating the tire is that it’s more dangerous that way. Best done on a flat surface in a building or outside maybe if you are just wanting to move a vehicle just a short distance to position it somewhere

[@HebuTheLoneWolf]

26:33 borescope would make it easy to check the cylinders and pistons to see if there was any damage :D

[@tomdombrovski432]

Great video. I forgot Polaris put a 900 in that body style. Can’t wait for the second video you do a nice job of explaining everything

[@tracysellman1562]

Joe, love the videos, the work you do, and the things you take on, also how thorough you are with your work. But buddy I am still shocked that you have not yet gotten you or even made a 55-gallon-sized hot tank for cleaning all these engine cases and all the assorted parts. I just think it would step up your work to the next level. But still a loyal fan here. :)

[@mikereed174]

Wait a minute. Did I hear Joe say Engine Hoist. Excellent, best item to add to your tool arsenal and it will save your back and spine.👍Harbor Freight is your friend on that guy.

[@lauriegraham2790]

Also add a borescope to your toolbox, would help diagnosing these sorts of failures.

[@spruceville660]

I just got a scissor hoist, I love it, and my knees are thanking me!

[@2006klaus]

Love the channel brother, keep up the good work. Just one bit of advice, perhaps you already know. If you push the HOLD button on your multimeter before test than it will "Hold" the highest voltage measured. Very handy if you can't see your multimeter while testing.

[@mrutherford8590]

You’re a braver man than me. You should have offered $1000. Get a bore scope and when you find them locked up you can look at the damage and haggle the price. They are stuck with it no shop is going to fix it. Haggle, you’re paying too much.

[@Junebug-p6r]

Yeah they only cost like $30 bucks I think he likes getting ripped off!

[@VitruviunMan]

You can’t go taking apart someone’s shit this guy knows what he’s doing for sure

[@jasonjgr8580]

​@Bob39965 no seller is going to let you take their utv apart.

[@christianstanek8265]

If you think that is only worth $1000 you’re out of your mind

[@crazyamazinghd4714]

@@christianstanek8265its a pos razer 900all its worth is a 1000

[@josephvalek5746]

Always amazed how you keep track of all the hardware you remove.

[@barbaraneville5036]

easy question to answer He videos the whole thing .If he is not sure on reassembly He can look at the video for the info

[@josephvalek5746]

@@barbaraneville5036 The video is obvious, I’m mainly talking about all the nuts and bolts!

[@Ghostdog4]

Steep entry price but I'm 100% certain you will knock it out of the park and entertain the hell out of us 2Vintage nerds! Always impressed with your work!

[@LawtonBrown-f9b]

can"t wait to see you get started rebuilding this one.And love to watch you fix these atvs you do a great job of explaining things

[@TroyRosenbaugh]

Be glad its not a V type. Still a major pain to remove but can be done. Do two or three a year in my shop. Never fun but work is work.

[@GH-wt7ww]

4k is a punch in the gut for me. You should have better diagnostic tools with you when looking at these machines. Im sure a borescope would have shown you and the owner the damage and you might have gotten this at a steal. Its clean but based on age and damage not too many options for the owner. Glad to see you gonna work your magic on it , Joe you're killing it on YT.

[@bruceskousen5451]

I don’t think it matters to Joe whether it’s an easy fix or a catastrophic failure because he’s making far more money as video content.

[@colinlogan4879]

3000$ is what he paid and even after rebuilding I'm sure he could make abit. Even tho it doesn't matter he over pays abit to keep the content coming

[@Six4691]

Wow, it’s in beautiful shape besides the obvious, but nothing you can’t handle. Four seater as well, family truckster!

[@jayjudd6518]

Now this was an exciting diagnosis. Looks like you can’t do anything with that engine installed. 😊😊Big fun to see the next chapter as you throw money into it. 😊😊

[@hectorvaldes3243]

I can’t wait to see the second video. I couldn’t stop watching this video and I had to watch it twice. Thank you. It’s really interesting.

[@flatlanderoutdoors2549]

Always a good day when Joe posts 👊🏻

[@MrDaveR-uq7iq]

JOE -JOE - JOE Little Bit Of Advice , Make sure you locate the 8mm bleeder bolt for the coolant ... Yours might be located on the head Exhaust side ... Good Chance you will need to use it ... I have a 2012 Polaris Ranger Xp 800 SxS Limited Edition Orange-Black... spent many hours before I was able to get the air out of the system ... Big Pain In The ** S . If you have any trouble just get ahold of Me through this post And Be Careful Of All You Read On This Cooling System ! Also look at your oil pump extra good along with extra time on both oil and water pump . Good Job , Looking forward to your next video on this Pain In The A** Polaris ! 11 - 12 $ Grand Machine , After Your Done ✔️ ... Patience 😊 .

[@PaulHigginbothamSr]

I see nothing good about these money pits. He spent the same amount as if he had a real engine overhauled. Best thing that could happen is you pull this Polaris out and immediately put in a Tesla Motor and battery. Better performance all the way around and makes much less noise and roaring like these fandango do & have better acceleration. Only they don't break after 10 months.

[@mackinghorn1991]

Here is and AT-A-BOY on going to pick up an engine hoist. You were really scaring me on the last video were you were rebuilding the V Twin side X Side. A valuable tool to add to your kit!!!!!

[@ra3or]

first time I see a piston break a cylinder(into CHUNKS), mindblowing. I guess quality control went out the window after 2010...

[@ellapalmer3577]

With the machine in such good shape, little abuse shown on the body and chasis, the question that should be ask is, with so few miles and little abuse, why did it need the total rebuild. I am not familiar with RZR's but one would expect them to last longer than this one did before a total overhall was needed. One could assume that there was little or no maintenance performed on this RZR during its ownership. Pretty sketchy that the oil was overfilled and no oil in the filter. We really enjoy your channel keep up the great videos.

[@BlockchainToTheFace]

@@ellapalmer3577 why did it need to total rebuild? P O L A R I S

[@neutonrenda2303]

Really looking forward to seeing what the heck happened to this one. I can understand why the poor guy just wanted to get rid of it, he didn't get much use out of it.

[@CezaryAkakios]

One other possibility you didn't mention - the one piston's rings were installed correctly, but there was a mistake in, say, the oil ring of the other. Maybe it caught on something on the edge of the bore, and started spewing chunks down into the crankcase, eventually clogging the oil pickup before getting much worse and jamming the piston against the bore, causing it to blow out like that. (I don't think we can rush to a bad cylinder -- it just looks like it would if you wedged something very hard in between the piston and the bore. That outer pressure has to give somewhere.)

[@carlthor91]

The smoking gun was the empty oil filter. It should have been full.

[@bigospig]

The bone dry oil filter is interesting, but had the oil pump failed, I would expect to see cylinder scoring or rod bearing seizure. I am leaning toward the cylinder wall failing due to poor casting or prior heat causing cracking.

[@paulchristensen6722]

I appreciate the effort it takes to put this content out for everyone. Well done sir! Thank you

[@russelljorgensen2290]

I'm in agreement with most. The rod cap came off and caused a chain reaction including pluging the oil pump. Please put it back together and this time balance everything and have a ride that will last you a lifetime. Plus everyone wants to see you fix it. Thank you

[@BlockchainToTheFace]

You say 3500 miles is really low, but It already shit itself at 2500 miles. Polaris=JUNK

[@Steve-e6k9w]

The oil pump failed. Simple as that

[@philhunt9297]

@@Steve-e6k9w No professional mechanic but didn't he say it was rebuilt 1000 miles ago? And if I heard that right how come there's so much grime and stuff around the block and components? I get it with sand and a bit of contamination but for me there's no way that 'rebuilt engine' has only done 1000 miles. My motorcycle is 3 years old [from new] done 16k and looks pristine compared to that engine Again I reiterate I'm no professional mechanic but I've watched 100's of rebuilds and every critical block component is cleaned Yes - with no oil in filter it's blocked or failed oil pump that potentially caused the cylinder block to fail.

[@MidniteLiquid]

Yep. I have the same mileage on my CanAm atv, and it's been bulletproof.

[@johnhicks735]

I highly recommend you Ball honing those cylinders out slightly to. Before installing them onto that engine first cause it will help out with the breaking in and piston oil rings wearing inside of the cylinder seating their selves in properly at A 180° degrees pattern lube up with assembly lube and sprays.

[@garyarbogast6703]

If I were you, I would not buy anything with a seized engine. Plenty of carb issues out there and your really good at fixing them. Your margin will be small on this one.

[@schreibfive]

That would sell on the West Coast for 10k if not more with all the upgrades! Great buy.!!

[@magilla9792]

I'm really excited to see just what happened to this thing. Excellent content and glad you are getting a hoist, it will help your back. The driveway looks beautiful.

[@peteraitken6494]

Wow some damage there Joe ,yeah I’m leaning towards the oil pump as the filter was bone dry or a blockage stopping the oil circulating prob seized maybe at speed pistons jammed causing the cylinder wall to crack just my theory but will find out next video ,but yeah that is a cool looking machine be good to see it fixed and good for you getting a hoist should be a bit easier on the back a lot of work ahead but worthwhile saving it take care and have a good week 👍👌🔧🔧🔧🦴🐾🐾❤️

[@roadkillwill111]

Damn !! I was not expecting that motor to be made so poorly. Having said that, I love these UTV and ATV videos so cannot wait for part 2 .

[@GregorySites]

The Hydrogen Cell is the game changer for Joby. If they are able to develope another, Larger capacity airframe for Medivac/Air Ambulance, the could expand the market into urban and rural utilization.

[@tpike46w]

The Walker Evans shocks alone are probably worth $2,500 to 3000

[@andyh59]

Always enjoy your content, what drives me nuts is you never use a borescope. 😂😂😂

[@bradley7723]

Put the thermostat in the water before you heat it with a temp guage and watch what temp it is when it starts to open. 180 to 190 generally, the way your doing it is only telling you it opens at 220 plus.

[@user-rx3ew9fq5r]

I find it really interesting that the seller didn't take it to the shop first before selling it!

[@curmudgeon1933]

He probably did...then after he was quoted a high price for a repair he decided to cut his losses, and take a hit selling it cheap.

[@gray011170]

The fact it only had 3500 miles and already overhauled tells me everything i need to know about the seller😂

[@kep6916]

good luck with it joe ! those years are hard to work on . youll get it.

[@Freddie-b7p]

You are Top notch !! I've learned a lot from your videos. Outstanding work my friend !

[@officalzgamez3866]

Seems to me that yes it was 1 probably honed and two the gasket material spells disaster for the oil pump. I hate to say it but I do believe you need check the oil pump and on top of the dry filter, that would be a good indication the pump went bad.

[@richardkilb8305]

Cool machine, has quite a few extra bits, shame it blew up, at 3000MI, must have been abused (over revved?) Usually when the coolant overflow is empty, there was a leak (head gasket?). Be careful of hidden cracks cause the guy rebuilt it and then it blew up, so maybe get all those parts that hold coolant crack checked. l I'm sure you will turn it into a shredding machine! Did I hear a good ol Wisconsin thunderstorm in the background, made me homesick. Love your work Joe?!

[@barbaraneville5036]

I think the clue here is the empty oil filter. no oil in bores failed oil pump or pressure release valve on oil system if it has one ,caused overheating and cylinder wall to fail . maybe at a point that already had a hairline fracture from its previous rebuild that wasn't noticed .Good video though 🙂 I think you knew you were in for an engine total strip down though when you purchased it

[@bjduhon1528]

My hats off to you guy really got to you and don't want no Polaris now for sure good luck can't wait for rebuild

[@junkboxgarageOG]

49:33 there’s zero chance the guy didn’t know about this. An engine doesn’t just self destruct and not make a horrible noise when it happens.

[@scottc0510]

AGREE!!!

[@johnlastoria8109]

Hey buddy, your videos are great and I really like the way that u don’t hack stuff but u also don’t hit every bolt with the torque wrench lol Wondering where u get all your specs for the bikes that you work on?

[@Mefrom53]

Your commentary on the repairs reminds me of Bob Ross the painter

[@vindejon7097]

Never seen a cilinderwall broken like that, oh my gosh. wonderd same like how? great video again man, Hi5

[@minnesotatomcat]

I hate that moment when you realize…..dang I can’t get this off until I take that off, and I can’t get that off till I take this other thing off, and the shock is still in the way! 🤣 I don’t envy the guys that work on these things every day, they’re just a tightly packed nightmare.

[@chrisdaviau2759]

Joe I'm from Massachusetts I've been to road track & trail in Big Bend,WI. several times to purchase dealer demo Arctic Cat sleds all under 500 miles basically half price comparison to my area anyway what I'm getting at is your in snowmobile country when are you going to go in that direction I probably have the same issue as you no one to help with moving the machines around it becomes overwhelming for me sometimes, boats,motorcycles, snowmobiles, RV etc

[@Jupiter_465]

I just bought a 2012 900xp and the cylinder looked identical. Mine was run without oil, trashed a rod bearing and when it ripped the billet end cap off the piston smacked the balance shaft and bent it too. Oil pump was also thrashed. Basically the only thing on mine salvageable was the head and cases. Hopefully yours ends up easier.

[@ThomasVaughn-ss7rf]

Hell yeah I just got home from picking up a 03 scrambler 250 for 360$ runs on carb cleaner so I'll be doing carb tomorrow

[@Gicuumecanicuu]

I m a big fan bro😎😎 i m from romania,respect !!!

[@GmackZilla]

@40:18 I was glad to learn about the thermostat. I have a Sportsman 700 twin project that I just rebuilt and finally running, now it over heats so was planning on checking the thermostat anyway. Now I know basically how it's supposed to work when I test it later. Thanks! Love ALL your videos!

[@RileyCook-kv9ye]

Hey men just a random message for you. When u do a oil change you should flush it 2 time what I mean is drain the old oil put new oil in start it for 30 sec then drain it again then put new oil in it start it for a another 30 sec drain it finally put new oil then it should be good as new.

[@coopdoesit7442]

The 13 an 14 900xp had bad oiling issues with the dry sump!! Make sure when you put it back together you flush the oil tank and passages!

[@pdxyadayada]

Well done! I love following your thinking process…keep up the good work!

[@davidstewart3827]

When fuel pump goes out, get an ALLS BALLS pump will last longer. I've put 3 pumps on my 900 trail 4

[@Silent-Lucidity]

A rebuild at 2500 miles? That had to be some really hard miles. Can't wait to find out about the oil pump. I think that's the ticket.

[@johnhicks735]

Wear rubber mechanics neoprene rubber gloves to pack and work with the grease and lubricant lubricating oil lubes.

[@thebigguy8306]

Another test of your knowledge and patience. I am thinking you should convert to peddles and a chain drive

[@donscott6431]

A 3-minute boiled thermostat and English muffin..YUM!

[@KixBryant]

This was a kinda risky buy, is always the best videos!

[@MrJeffyb69]

You got a hell of a deal, even with a $2k rebuild!! These go for $10k plus here in Michigan, at least what I've seen 🙂

[@markhensley9378]

Well dang. I'm sorry you're having to do so much work but it's gonna be some great rebuild video. I have every confidence in your ability to get it done right. Waiting to see the outcome. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

[@jmj267]

I kind of knew that this machine was a full strip because of the crank that moving. You did a great job diagnosing it. If it wasn't I was hoping that you would catch that dirt that fell into the intake carburetor butterflies. I don't know how much a full engine would cost for that but I'm wondering if the new models would fit in that machine. Yes it is a good morning when Joe posts. Can't wait to see this thing ripping on the land.nice clean Razor Joe!

[@henryfillingim5262]

Wow, wth, unreal. Your patients is beyond mine. Pretty machine.

[@StkyfngrsZmooth2]

With an issue like this, and the fact that the mileage is so low, I'd try contacting Polaris to see if they'd be willing to work with you on this. Unless this was a common problem, I think they might pick up the cost of replacement parts at the very least. The worst thing they could say is "no." 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@shedenvy691]

I totally agree with oil pump failure,no oil in yhe filter not much in the top end

[@gray011170]

Man my gut just sank when I saw what you bought. Ive never seen a used Polaris story turn out well. I honestly don't know how they get repeat customers. I guess they dump them as soon as the warranty expires.

[@brianmckenna3440]

Great video Joe can't wait to see you get the engine out

[@oldjarhead386]

Get out that credit card Joe! I think the rebuilder failed.

[@FUNKBOOGIE1]

2vintage Joe Weber ? you got to buy yourself a Endoscope inspection camera so you can inspect before you start the tear down. like for example: if you wanted to check the bottom end of engine you could drain engine oil, then slide Endoscope inspection camera through the oil drain plug hole and look around inside. if buy one don't buy a wireless Endoscope inspection camera because they lag.

[@martyf8484]

New Watcher. Found you a couple weeks ago. I've been addicted ever since. What do you do with all of your machines that you fix?

[@jerryiwanski256]

How often do you have to look back at the video to figure out how to put things back together?? I would need to every time LOL

[@richardburke7339]

Joe, suggestion, use a metal coffee can to test the thermostats, instead of a nice looking kitchen pot..Rich in California

[@kikemotors6138]

You should go over your project at the end like how much money and time you have invested into it. That be awesome to know what all it really took.

[@RDEnduro]

Something like that is alittle big for my place but it looks fun and useful. I hope its just a fuel pump or something, happy Sunday friends! Edit* it was NOT just a fuel pump lol

[@Yz4Life]

Good idea with the engine hoist😂 seems to me either the rings were gapped tight or it was cold revved hard and squeezed the cylinder apart, or there was previous unresolved damage

[@dinosaur6756]

It's gotta be a lack of oil pressure or pump related. I think. I can't wait to find out.