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Old 30th March 2013, 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Shorty View Post
Gave it a good wire brushing yesterday but the metal is very pitted due to corrosion I can just make out one number so there was something there at some point.
Still struggling to make anything out when we zooming in on computer.
I will try smoothing the surface with emery paper and hopefully there will be something left but I have my doubts.
Without engine number am I wasting my time and will need another engine?
You could also try etching to get the engine number to show up better.

Theres a guide here, you will need some etching acid but it would probably be worth a try before buying a new engine.

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