Cat V50C Forklift Continental Engine Problems

[rustyjames]

Hi fellow members,

I've got what I believe is a Continental F227 engine, propane, that's in need of repair and I wanted to run the situation through the forum for suggestions. Lift won't idle too well so did a compression check, here's the results:
(1) = 130
(2) = 125
(3) = 107
(4) = 0
(5) = 120
(6) = 150

#4 plug looks like a new one, but seemed like it was a little wet. The machine operates well, other wise, no leaks, very good tires, etc. I'm divided on whether to yank the head, or just sell it as is. Reason being I have way too many project started!
TIA for any input.

 

[Theweldor]

Squirt a couple pumps of some heavy motor oil in #4 cylinder and check it again. If the compression comes up it may give you a bit of an idea if it is rings or a bad valve.

 

[TD24]

Pull the head and replace the head gasket. Most likely problem with a 4 or 6 cyl Continental.

 

[TD24]

OOPS.... Is the distributor mounted on top and thru the head, or alongside the engine block?

 

[rustyjames]

Thanks for the responses. The distributor is on the head. I'm going to start by pulling the head, but I still think it's probably a valve issue, hopefully not piston.

 

[TD24]

E mail me at : forktruk@yahoo.com.
May be able to outline further details of your proceeding
if it is a head gasket.
RJ

 

[rustyjames]

@RJ: I sent you an email.

Was going to pull the head today but went to remove the distributor and it's frozen in place, big time. I soaked it with penetrant. Anyone have any suggestions for busting it loose? I'm thinking about trying my 3' pipewrench for starters. I noticed a 12 point bolt next to the distributor base, that's not holding it in addition to the clamp is it?

 

[Wes J]

Dunno if you have any interest, but I have a rebuilt F245 for sale. It's set up for a Clark, but could easily be converted to a Cat spec.

 

[rustyjames]

Wes, If this engine is kaput I'll certainly consider it, Thanks for mentioning.