Soapbox racing anyone?

[Jerryburger]

For a real kick- look up "Maytag engine" on youtube. Those things are as close to "sculpture that moves" as you can get. I'd love to find one for my collection.

 

[Scout]

Here is some art in motion.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyoIe1hXi8Y&feature=channel

Here is one that is very rhythmic, almost musical.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6seReCKRLA&feature=related

 

[2or3wheels]

the best part, its not locked up, russ got any tips on getting these running? the tank is filled with goopy varnish.

 

[Russ2251]

While soaking in acetone, fill tank with small metal parts (¼" or smaller nuts, bolts etc.) and shake it up. Let sit overnight and do it again. Rinse with clean acetone. Might take a couple of cycles.
If done correctly, inside of tank will look factory new. Hard part will be cleaning fuel pick-up. Use acetone on this and fuel line also. Take your time. If destroyed will be almost impossible to replace. Treat it like you've discovered a one of a kind dinosaur.
Don't soak carb in acetone. Disassemble and soak/clean with kerosene. Blow out.
Note that these engines had no kill switch. Choke it to stop it.