Lombard Super AL-42

[jbowlin723]

Hello everyone! I am new to this site. I came across a Lombard Super AL-42 that I want to get running. I have been working on 2 cycle engines for about 2 years and love it. I usually buy stuff cheap, fix it up then resell it. Some stuff I keep because I think it's cool.
I bought an old Dayton saw for $5.00 to fix up and they threw in the Lombard for free.
It has almost no paint left - it has enough that I know it was reddish orange with a cream color on some parts. I degreased it because it was covered in dirt and grime. The oil tank and gas tank are dry. It has good compression and it all seem complete. Old spark plug on it - a champion Tj-8j and I spark tested it and there is no spark. I think this one has points in it which leads me to my first issue. I can't get the flywheel off. I need a good puller. I bought a knockoff stihl one and almost pulled the threads out of the flywheel. Luckily that didn't happen. So I need a good puller to buy. It's really on there - I tried the pry and whack the nut method too.
Other things: It's missing the on/off metal piece at the switch and the nut is gone too. The switch was just flopping around but it's hooked up. I am missing a pulley cover screw too. One had the head broken off but I will look into that at some point. Right now - I want to get it running then figure out how to make it look nice again. I already soaked the bar and chain in vinegar because it was solid rust. That came out awesome and I can read Oregon right on it now with a sharp chain! I would appreciate any guidance on what to do next.

 

[pioneerguy600]

https://www.acresinternet.com/cscc....c23743ed8cc0841988256c5a000f3bc6?OpenDocument They looked almost like a Homelite XL12

 

[Rocker59]

There is a Lombard Chainsaw thread in the Chainsaw forum that might be helpful (especially for the oiler duckbill).

 

[Chris Ross]

Consider investing in a quality flywheel puller specifically designed for small engines, as this can prevent damage and ensure a proper fit.


For the ignition issue, check the points for corrosion or wear; cleaning or replacing them might restore spark.


Once you get it running, you can use high-temperature paint for a durable finish, which will also help maintain its appearance over time. Good luck with your restoration!

 

[jbowlin723]

Hello everyone - back again. I FINALLY got the flywheel off. Thanks Leon from Leon's chainsaw and repair. Now on to the points. I used a little fine sandpaper in between the contacts. I also discovered the plug wire has dry rotted and there is a spot missing where the wire is exposed. I will patch that. I am getting spark now but not frequently. It will spark early and once and then nothing. I am going to patch the wire and make sure the gap is .015 and try again.

 

[jbowlin723]

Another thing - there was this sticky, white tape on the wire near where the exhaust is. Is that something someone added or factory? I took it off thinking it was a previous repair but nothing was damaged underneath. Wondering if that is to protect from heat?

 

[pioneerguy600]

Many horizontal engine saws had a sheath of heat resistant woven material that covered the sparkplug wire to prevent the wire from contacting the cylinder fins. I have not seen sticky tape of any kind from the factory so most likely a previous owner/repair guy added the tape as an insulator to prevent the wire from contacting the hot cylinder fins.If you intend to run the saw any amount it would be prudent to make or find a sheath to protect the wire.