Bukh 10. Major panic!

[bumblefish]

So I bought the Elizabethan 30, not been in the water for 2.5 - 3.0 years, tried to handcrank the engine, Bukh 10, with decompression lever fully clockwise. Not a chance of movement! Broke the handle! Help.................

 

[cliff]

Don't panic. I would suggest you contact Bukh UK on 01202 668840 and ask for Norman Griffiths or Al Pearson.
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"Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity"

 

[Rivers & creeks]

Agree, don't panic, this is one of the most robust marine diesels ever built. I assume you oiled before trying to turn it over after 3 years non-use? Anyway, the guys at Bukh will sort you out.

 

[jerryat]

Yep, totally agree with Cliff and pasta simon. The guys at Bukh diesel are great at helping to sort out problems. Norman Griffiths is a bit more knowledgeable (according to Al!!) on the minutiae the engines and, fortunately, should be back from holiday today!

Give either of 'em a call.

 

[vyv_cox]

It may not be such a major panic as you think. Many years ago I bought a 1939 MG that had a seized engine, had not turned over for years. Although the piston rings had rusted to the bores they were easily moved when taken one at a time, using simple techniques such as overnight soaking in paraffin. Once this was done the engine turned over and subsequently ran quite well.

 

[bumblefish]

Very helpful, thanks. Told to start simply, half a cup of oil down the air intake or injector and give it a good time to settle and try again?

 

[cliff]

There you go! Do make sure the decompression is working before you try to crank her over to avoid creating a hydraulic lock.
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"Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity"