Shortly after pulling the old 1968 vintage Skidoo Super Olympique (Olympic) out of hibernation, Matt discovered some rust in one of the two cylinders. With the opposed cylinder boxster engine Rotax design of this snowmobile, water could get into the carburetor end and cause rust issues. A complete teardown and possibly overhaul is in store! In this first instalment, the engine stripping begins. Bosch coils and ignition system is removed, along with housings, flywheel and muffler. This rare antique Rotax engine is pulled apart to its bare bones.
If you enjoy mechanics and working on old engines, this Rotax 368cc is a fun one. Made only in 1967, 1968 and 1969, skidoo offered these super 370 opposed engines in Olympique and Alpine models. They put out 18.5 hp at 5000 rpm. They have a single Tillotson carb mounted on the rear cylinder. This particular example, seems to have had a little water damage, but hopefully can be brought back to life. Stay tuned!
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