Re: [AMC-list] Pacer 304 rebuild Parts?

[Joe Fulton <piper_pa20@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jay,

Being locked up doesn't necessarily mean it needs a rebuild.  Remove each spark 
plug and put some penetrant like Kroil in each cylinder and let it soak for a 
few hours to a few days.  You can try turning it by using a wrench on the 
balancer bolt or a better way to to remove the mud pan and use a large 
screwdriver prying against the flywheel or flexpalte teeth.   Check the coolant 
for signs of oil and the oil for signs of coolant.  If all looks good and the 
hood has been closed, a few of the piston rings may have slightly rusted to the 
cylinder bores.  That's not necessarily a good thing but it doesn't mean it's 
time for an overhaul either.   The common accessories like water pump, 
alternator, and ignition parts are available parts outlets like NAPA.   The 
consumable parts like belts and hoses are common too, except the radiator hoses 
might be scarce.   You can fall back on the AMC vendors for anything you can't 
find at the local stores.  


Good Luck with it.  

Joe



----- Original Message ----
From: peggy delancey <butterfly15610@xxxxxxxxx>
To: "AMC, Rambler, Nash, Jeep and family" <amc-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Sun, October 16, 2011 12:05:18 PM
Subject: [AMC-list] Pacer 304 rebuild Parts?

     Hi Yall, finally got my 1979 V8 Pacer home last night and got the hood 
open. I was told it ran, well, must have been some time ago cause the 304 is 
locked tight! UGH. Oh well at least the body is decent. Now, do any of you folks 
know of a good supply company for the parts for this engine?
 
 
                                                                                        
 Regards,
 
                                                                                           
 Jay
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