Cat Lift Trucks (& Caterpillar) V60C:
Continental F227 Dead Cylinder

Hi fellow members,

I've got what I believe is a Continental F227 engine, propane, that's in need of repair and I wanted to run the situation through the forum for suggestions. Lift won't idle too well so did a compression check, here's the results:
(1) = 130
(2) = 125
(3) = 107
(4) = 0
(5) = 120
(6) = 150

#4 plug looks like a new one, but seemed like it was a little wet (moisture). The machine operates well, other wise, no leaks, very good tires, etc. I'm divided on whether to yank the head, or just sell it as is. Reason being I have way too many projects started!
TIA for any input.
  • Posted 6 Jun 2018 07:34
  • Discussion started by rustyjames
  • New Jersey, United States
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I think I'm just going to remove the head and manifolds. The machine is worth doing it proper. I'll report my findings.
  • Posted 7 Jun 2018 06:20
  • Reply by rustyjames
  • New Jersey, United States
While the head is off you better check the valves on the cylinder too. That sounds more like what would make zero reading.
  • Posted 6 Jun 2018 23:39
  • Reply by mrfixit
  • New York, United States
Thanks Mr. Fixit,

What threw me is the zero reading, I was thinking if it was the gasket that it would have some reading. But I agree, from my reasarch the gasket is a common occurances.
  • Posted 6 Jun 2018 23:18
  • Reply by rustyjames
  • New Jersey, United States
Very likely the head gasket is blown. Between 3-4 cylinders is where it happens. That is not too bad a job to do on a flat head motor. It would sure add to the value if it ran right if you sell it.
  • Posted 6 Jun 2018 20:07
  • Reply by mrfixit
  • New York, United States

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