Great news!! I got it running!! (albeit roughly) After removing the fuel tank (because of rust), flushing
the fuel system, replacing the mechanical fuel pump, replacing the condensor,
points and overhauling the twin Skinners Union (SU) HS6 carbs, I was able to start
the car and actually drive it.
So, this at least tells me that it is capable of running. I checked for water flow
and strange knocks and noises and didn't hear many (and least none that I can recognize).
What I really need to do is get SOMEONE ELSE to listen to it and offer me their opinion.
I am figuring on at least replacing the exhaust valve seats to run it on unleaded fuel.
But as an overall level of health in concerned, the
fact that the car runs and drives is an excellent sign.
The content of this page in intended only to communicate my own thoughts, actions and opinions while restoring my own automobile.
It is not meant to serve as instruction for others to do maintenance on their vehicles.
