[mitchmanfc]

Needless Prose
So I've embarked on the great and ambitous journey of getting all of the Mitchell Manufacturing cars up and running again as none of them have been driven for ~10+ years. On the positive they have all been stored indoors and dry. The other rub is that while I'm a very competent grape farmer and a decent computer programer and builder, I haven't spent a lot of time as a mechanic. I'm also trying to get my post count up so I can feel as cool as the rest of you..

So Car One is the 1929 Coupe.. Doesn't have a name apparently.. the other cars do.. I'll probably name this after my Grandma Sue, though I think I'll spare everyone the explination on why.

Actual Post Content

I'm working on getting the 1929 Coupe running. I've changed all fluids, put in a new charged battery, and gave the tires a good refill... Next goal was let see if she starts.

When the starter button is pressed all I get is a hum. So I took a look around the car to se potential culprits.
1. The little fuse on the top of the starter has broken arms on the fuse holder. The fuse is making good contact and we are getting the hum, but it might be restricting the flow enough to prevent turning over
2. Some how the Ametere is falling out. Maybe it's grouding itself out on the frame or something causing insuffcient voltage.
3. Still looking for my dad's multi meter to do more investigation.....

I think the most likely is the starter is bunked up from sitting for ten years, but was looking for thoughts or ideas... I already whacked it with a hammer.. didn't work but felt great.

Thanks in Advance
Blair Mitchell