I'd be willing to bet the carb will need cleaning and
a rebuild kit. Won't hurt if you try to start it and
it won't, however.
Aloha
Peter O.
--- Todd Schlemmer <nullman@centurytel.net> wrote:
>
> Hi'all
>
> I'm on the cusp of trying to start the '54 2.0 liter
> engine. It's been
> sitting 5 years; Someone check my math:
>
> New: electric fuel pump, fuel filter, points, plugs,
> wires, cap, rotor,
> condenser (but not coil)
>
> Changed oil, but not filter (don't ask)
>
> Carb is old Solex - dry inside, not visible gunky -
> float valve moves
> freely. Truck had oil bath connected the whole
> time.
>
> Radiator seems happy - nice green stuff inside, no
> sign of oil in water or
> vice versa.
>
> Engine turns by hand and starter. Petrol tank is
> full of rust and scale, so
> I'll be drawing from a jerry can. I plan to turn
> engine over several times
> w/o coil connected to generate some lubrication.
>
> thanks for your eyes
>
> Todd Schlemmer
> Vashon Island, WA
> www.ozedeph.com
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