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Old 08-04-2025, 12:13 PM   #6
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When it came to me, the engine was frozen in place. Over time I was able to free it. It spins with the starter now. No fire at the plugs. It needs a distributor. It had a Mallory after market distributor. I believe it has failed. So i need another. If i could get fire, perhaps I could get it to sputter, or even run for a split sec. It needs a carburetor, fuel pump, gas tank and line. One water pump is frozen solid. I would replace both. Likely more. Is the cylinder wall damaged?
This process has the same feel as pulling the handle on one of those "one arm bandits" out in Vegas. But it would be my preference, to restore it. i wish I had the money to send it out and have it professionally rebuilt.
I am exploring my options. Otherwise it will sit out in my barn for more years.
Thanks for the input.
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