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Fairbanks Morse Z 3HP

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Chris Kirk

04-18-2002 05:20:48




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I am a complete newbie to the stationary engine hobby, although I've been interested for some time. I'm considering purchasing a F/M Z 3HP model for $325. According to the owner, the engine is "fairly complete, loose and even has the tin crank shield. 1/2 of the muffler is missing as is the oiler, and the tin timer pickup needs to be bent back in shape. The exhaust valve won't close all the way but it is loose. Probably just something stuck on the seat." Since I'm new, I have no idea if his asking price is reasonable. Can someone please provide me with an opinion?

Also, in general, is this engine a good one to start on as a first time project, or are there others that would be better? I realize that this is a throttle governed engine, rather than a hit-or-miss, but I'm not sure if one is easier to work on than the other.

Lastly, does anyone know about how much this engine weighs? I'd like to know if I must also purchase a block and tackle to get it out of my pickup if I do purchase it.

Thanks...

Chris

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David

06-29-2003 08:46:31




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 Re: Fairbanks Morse Z 3HP - Purchase? in reply to Chris Kirk, 04-18-2002 05:20:48  
Hello

We paid around 350 for ours. yes it is a reasonable price because my dad and have looked at others and found a arange between 300 - 800. The reason why the owner is charging you in the 300 range is because it needs restoring. After you restor it to it's ORIGINAL CONDITION then you could sell it between 600 - 800.

To get the missing parts my suggestion is to go to these hit and miss engine shows.

Between a govener and hit and miss no one is easier than the other. There just different.

Mine is the same HP as your it ways aproximantly 400 - 500 pounds.

yes you do need a block and tackle.

What we used was a hook with a crank set it on wheels and cranket it up on th the truck.

You will need the same hook tie to a beem or something so you can lift the engine of the ground durring restoration. Trust me we thought we could do with out it boy were we rong.

The hook is on a long cable and it has a crank hadle on it and relice lever. It will trun out to be the most usful tool you have for that engine.

Good Luck,

David

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Van(WA)

04-18-2002 07:41:12




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 Re: Fairbanks Morse Z 3HP - Purchase? in reply to Chris Kirk, 04-18-2002 05:20:48  
Chris; Nice little engine, good one to start with, I have several of them. Easy to work on, and simple in design. Would weigh around 300 lbs (guess), to much for one person. The price is "in the ball park" as any engine will command $300 in todays market. It don't have to be a "hit and miss" to be a desireable engine. The "mag" is the important part to have, as they are costly to buy on the market, the rest like muffler's are easy to get. Check for "cracks" in head and block!!! You can always offer a little less...Luck to you...

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