It's been going slowly, but going none the less. Got a path cleared to the shop - no easy task, several days of shuffling cars, the boat & even a small shed. Next order of business - see if i can get it running/rolling so I can drive it to the back. Pulled the plugs & put in some Seafoam ( because I had it), then Marvel Mystery Motor oil ( because it was so widely recommended). Let it soak for several days. Rebuilt the carb. Pulled the battery - actually took a charge but still shot. Pulled off the tires to get some "rollers" ( anything that will hold air for more than a day or two). Engine locked up - couldn't spin it with the fan belt ( after sitting for maybe 10 years - go figure). Pulled the radiator to get at the crank pulley bolt.
Searched all over for my 1-11/16" socket that has been buried since a 70's rebuild - no luck. Borrowed a socket & breaker bar from a friend & got the engine to turn with very little effort ( ) - amazing! Found my socket the next day, but not the 1/2 to 3/4 adapter. Next - turn the engine a bit every so often. Rig up a small temporary gas tank ( gravity feed) so I can get the engine running. Pretty sure the gas line & tank will need a flush. Get some new spark plugs and a battery...hopefully followed by a startup?
Searched all over for my 1-11/16" socket that has been buried since a 70's rebuild - no luck. Borrowed a socket & breaker bar from a friend & got the engine to turn with very little effort ( ) - amazing! Found my socket the next day, but not the 1/2 to 3/4 adapter. Next - turn the engine a bit every so often. Rig up a small temporary gas tank ( gravity feed) so I can get the engine running. Pretty sure the gas line & tank will need a flush. Get some new spark plugs and a battery...hopefully followed by a startup?