My 58 is about a year old and has just worn out its second set of bearings.Upon inspection the piston is nice and wet,but the bearings are dry.The hole that allows fuel to the front of the crankcase is clear but for some reason its not getting lube.Any thoughts?..I'm running a high quality synthetic at 50:1.How about using a sealed bearing?Thanks Steve

Hmm..no more support on this engine I guess..

Hi Steve,

Sorry, I was away from the PC for a week - have to get some fishing in sometime! I'll get in touch with you via e-mail on this issue.

Steve,

You have to use higher quantity of oil 1:40.
For brake -in 1:30

were both bearing stuffed and dry because mine were both rooted

I just gave up on this engine negy1

Manufactures recommendations are to use 1:40 not 50% that 10% lower could be what is doing it.

Mike