Diagnosing engine Problem? By beachbum (Read 517 times)

[beachbum]

My 150cc motor started burning oil then started to really run bad. The plug is totally soaked in oil and there are metal shards in the oil.

I am thinking its just the rings?

Do you think I could just buy new rings/piston and install them?

Do I need to do any machining if it is just the rings?

[Kaveman]

The metal shards in the oil troubles me . There could be much more hidden damage inside the engine. Those shards can damage bearings and the crankshaft and the other parts within the crankcase . You may need to do a full engine disasembly to see if any of the other engine parts have been affected by the metal in the oil.
will c.

[rob63]

Difficult to know really without pulling the top end off, although the metal shards don`t sound too good. If rings wear out it`s normally a gradual process which doesn`t leave shards or any noticeable size fragments. You might`ve broke a ring in which case there may be damage to the bore which would require a replacement or rebore. There is of course a worse case scenario where the shards are a sign of damage to the bottom end.
Ideally pull the top end and check for damage, when thats off you`ll have a chance to also check the crank for free movement and/or excessive play.

[beachbum]

ok...thanks guys

I will open it up and see what I am really dealing with.

[tvnacman]

any luck ?

John

[beachbum]

Aug 1, 2012 18:15:21 GMT -6 tvnacman said:

any luck ?

John

John, it's gonna be a while before I can get the time to open it up.

Ill et you know when I do, and I am sure I will need soe help from you guys