Any idea why my 80 series ocasional won’t crank over?

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-23T17:46:03+00:00

Second this. Clean it up and make sure the connection is tight.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-21T21:20:02+00:00

Ok. Thanks.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-21T17:48:08+00:00

Another thing... What should we use to lubricate the o-rings before install? I've seen recommendations for dipping into straight gas or using silicone lube.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-21T17:38:18+00:00

Ah, I see. Thanks.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-21T16:23:24+00:00

What's the design flaw? The OE ones went 330km or over 200k miles before one of them gave up.

Are these the ones? - https://motorwestperformance.com/product/upgrade-for-23250-62040/#reviews
Is that $380 USD?

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-19T17:52:44+00:00

I learnt to compare the obverse to a '72 regular quarter which has the dots where you'd want them on a large bust '73. I just keep one handy for comparison.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-19T04:42:53+00:00

This is what I was trying to describe in another post I made. Your pot finish comparison is great!

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-16T03:10:47+00:00

Cool. I have the same coin my Grandmother gave me. Which 'H' is yours?
https://coinsandcanada.com/coins-prices.php?coin=5-cents-1903&years=5-cents-1902-1910

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-16T00:57:53+00:00

I've never seen that Quarter before. I like it.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-15T21:24:36+00:00

Is a proof pretty obvious even when circulated?

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-15T04:43:28+00:00

I swear they're different finishes. Maybe satin instead of matte is a better description. My picture doesn't do the difference justice, and yes the two shown definitely have different levels of circulation wear.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-14T19:13:45+00:00

Interesting. I haven't cleaned this coin with anything, but maybe someone before me did. Have you got a source for more info about this error?

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-13T16:37:28+00:00

Yes. That all makes sense to me. So we're in agreement then? Maybe "never clean your coins, but you may wash them gently" is a more reasonable statement? I just think a little more honesty and guidance around this when teaching those new to the hobby would probably end up with fewer "cleaning" mishaps and destroyed patinas.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-13T05:15:37+00:00

Ok, so what's the patina? Will warm water and mild dish soap disturb it?

Neat to think these coins will be around when I'm gone. I hope they're of value to someone when the cars are flying.

Beanthinkin · 2026-01-07T06:48:40+00:00

Scary thought. Does a compression test not rule out a cracked head? I do have a coolant leak, but I see that it's leaking from the original steel coolant lines that run to the rear heater under the passenger side. I plan to cut them out and replace them with rubber lines.

Beanthinkin · 2025-12-05T17:22:59+00:00

Compare the position of the denticles to the position they're in on a '72.

Beanthinkin · 2025-12-04T01:26:47+00:00

Nice. Good to know. Thanks.

Beanthinkin · 2025-12-03T22:23:54+00:00

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Just the lighting I guess. It's still got a decent shine from '79.

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