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Jack Langland
Visitor
| | Posted on Saturday, October 02, 2004 - 12:20 pm: | 
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As far as I can tell Universal discontinued the c series in 1923 but I have a friend that has one with electric start and electric ignition. both look like they belong where they are. The engine shows every little wear but runs great. Any information would be helpfull.
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bills
Visitor
| | Posted on Saturday, October 02, 2004 - 08:20 pm: |
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why don't you think it is 1923? |
Jack Langland
Visitor
| | Posted on Saturday, October 02, 2004 - 09:44 pm: |
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Did they have electric ignition and electric starters in 1923? I know they did by 1933 with the Universal Utility Four. I thought they might be an add-on but can't find any evidence of one being available.
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richarddurgee
Senior Member
Username: richarddurgee
Post Number: 564
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, October 02, 2004 - 11:04 pm: |
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richarddurgee
Senior Member
Username: richarddurgee
Post Number: 565
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, October 02, 2004 - 11:13 pm: |
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Jack Langland
Visitor
| | Posted on Sunday, October 03, 2004 - 10:32 am: |
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Richard,
Thank you very much, I didn't think they had electric starters in the early 20's. Then others I was emailing echoed the same doubt.
Is there any way that I could find out what this engine would be worth?
Thank you, Jack |
dijo
New member
Username: dijo
Post Number: 1
Registered: 10-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, October 30, 2005 - 07:00 am: |
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I have two Universal Model C engines. They are basically parts engines. I am trying to make one that works for an old launch.
Does anyone know
1) bearing clearances
2) source for bearings
3) crancase oil capacity |
dijo
Member
Username: dijo
Post Number: 5
Registered: 10-2005
| | Posted on Friday, August 11, 2006 - 09:27 am: |
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Universal model C Technical questions.
Can anyone help?
Uninversal Mod C is back from machine shop after extensive repairs, including new babbitt main and rod bearings. These came from the shop with 10 mil shims (both sides). Plastigage shows clearance 2-3 mils. This engine is splash lubricated.
Should these clearances be larger?
Should they be adjusted after break-in?
What oil should be used? |
