Saving Old Seagulls

Just finished servicing my 40 Plus Seagull with Villiers Carb starts from cold 2nd pull and runs very sweetly pumping water well.
I have noticed a small black oily deposit running down the exhaust leg from the block after it has warmed up as if it is getting rid of carbon deposits after years of ...

Where can I get Fuel Tank Decals for a recently renovated Seagull Brass fuel tank in very good condition no dents?.

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Sorry should have been more specific it is BARS Radiator flush for cooling systems I cannot see any reason why it would do any long term harm to any cooling system and should reduce rust formation.But please make you own decision on its use I have not had any problems as yet.

Point of interest just finished overhauling 2 40 Plus Seagulls one with a Bing Carb and one with Villiers Carb. Cooling water bit reluctant to run on both at first and then a trickle.I introduced some Radflush into the water in my Test bin a small quantity and the flow improved no end I could see ...

Thanks for Info Can I assume there is a brass base under the Chrome?.Before I start with Grinder

The Exhaust on the Seagull 40 Plus is usually chrome plated is this true and if so can the chrome be removed to reveal a brass tube. I have two of these engines and would like to strip off the chrome and polish the Brass. At present most of the chrome is peeling away and i would like to reveal the ...

Thanks again Rick for comment re additive. I have been an engineer for 34 years and tend to be a bit neurotic regarding lubrication issues with any engines including cars. Better this way I suppose than risk a dry gearbox.
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Thanks Rick I thought it would be fairly easy but did not want to force it. Many Thanks

Is it ok to use a small amount of Molyslip in with the oil in G/Box on 40Plus Seagull? Would have thought it would give that little bit of extra protection.Also before changing oil completely would a complete flush out prior to changing be an advantage? If so what would be suitable to flush with?

Hugz wrote:Yep, FAQ will give you the clues on the main SOS site. Basically you may need to clean shaft and perhaps squeeze it together a bit.

Many thanks for speedy reply from your answer I assume it should in theory just slide off with a bit of patience. Thanks again

After removing the split pin washer and drive spring should the prop just slide off? Hope it is not a silly question I am new to Seagulls and have a 40Plus in very nice condition.