Gerald Rowell
New Member
My club car engine, FE350, suddenly shut off with no warning. Checked engine compression, was only 35 psi...should be at least 135 psi. Disassembled engine, ground valves and seats, checked valve springs, polished both valve stems so they don't stick, removed piston, installed new rings, honed cylinder, new head gasket, installed new ignition coil, reassembled everything, new plug, good spark, good fuel. Checked compression again, still only 35-40 psi. With such low compression, it will not hit a lick even with starting fluid. Been working on small engines for 65+years. Totally buffaloed! Any ideas? What have I overlooked? Thanks for any comments. Yes, checked head for cracks.....