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Message: <blockquote data-quote="daveross" data-source="post: 142748" data-attributes="member: 27580"><p>Thanks Michael - just what I need - a reality check!  We're going to sit the machine on a tarp covered in a thick layer of wood shavings and shampoo the heck out of the engine bay this weekend, then I'll confirm with the guys and make a plan.  Take it in logical steps.  A big disassembly and parts cleaning, inspection, organizing weekend to see if we have a cracked block or anything like that; re-evaluate.  Investment limited to a case of beer <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" />.  We have a bobcat dealer next door, though not sure how much help they can be with an older Kubota engine, surely some.  If the block is good we can do the research / part sourcing as required and then organize a reassembly shift.  Appreciate your story!</p></blockquote><p></p>