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Originally Posted by gkesseru
The engine, however, is probably toasted. The cylinders that had open valves would have corroded cylinder walls, some valves have been compressed 40 years, while others have not. Cam lobes have flat spots from constant pressure only on one spot, and main bearings could have acid corrosion from blow-by gases combining with moisture in the air. These are the symptoms I found on an engine that the owner stored for 8 years. When I got it, I drained out 5 gallons of oil that was meant to preserve it after a rebuild.
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OH quit being so negative!!! LOL