Ok i recently aquired a 1986 thompson with the mcm 170. i Am having problems getting it to stay running after started and it has a really bad ticking noise almost like it is knocking. Any idea's?
For the starting problem this is what i have came up with so far. Carb seems to be getting plenty of gas, and timing seems to be set correct. I also checking all plugs and points, the point were like new and replaced the plugs making sure all were getting fire.
On the noise i checked lifter rockers and rods all apear to be fine also didnt find anything foriegn in the oil such as metal shavings.
Any and all info is greatly appreciated, I could also use details on the enging such exactly what is the mcm 170. Thanks to every one in advance i greatly appreciate it.
For the starting problem this is what i have came up with so far. Carb seems to be getting plenty of gas, and timing seems to be set correct. I also checking all plugs and points, the point were like new and replaced the plugs making sure all were getting fire.
On the noise i checked lifter rockers and rods all apear to be fine also didnt find anything foriegn in the oil such as metal shavings.
Any and all info is greatly appreciated, I could also use details on the enging such exactly what is the mcm 170. Thanks to every one in advance i greatly appreciate it.