Posted by Steve on December 23, 1999 at 08:55:21:
In Reply to: Mysterious engine failure posted by Bob Moriarty on December 23, 1999 at 00:16:45:
My first best guess would be that some or all of the pistons and con rods were installed backwards. The rods in these engines are offset a tad and will work for a while before they destroy the engine if installed backwards.
Let us know what you find out.
Good Luck and a Merry Christmas
Steve