So I finally get my engine and trans installed and start the firing up process. I top off oil and A/F. Spin the oil pump and get pressure, get fuel to the carb and set the timing. Crank a lot, finally get a few sputters. Oil turns milky white! I check the radiator and no A/F showing.

I will do a compression check to insure the head is OK, but what else could make this happen. My initial search found that the oil line passing through the block may be the culprit but I will check that after the compression check. If this is the issue, the A/F will have drained down to the level of the leak.

First step is to drain the chocolate oil.

This is the fourth engine I have done and it as been nightmare from the start. None of the others have come close to this one.


1946 1-ton Panel
1952 1-ton Comml. W/Grain Body