latest update before I can go for a ride

[DutchEdwin]

Got my tank back from the shop. They soldered a new tube in and attached it to the bottom. When they opened up the tank.......well they they the cleaning trick because it was necessary:D. Gave the tank a layer of paint and it is back in the car now. Hood is back on, front bumpers mounted.

Checked my speedometer and lubed it. I can turn it by hand now to move the needle.

All that's left is attach the speedo cable to the gearbox and fill the tank with gas. Hope the fuel pump and regulator are ok.

If I have some time left I'll be starting the engine this week and do the timing and mixture adjustments. So fingers crossed nothing no "voice from the dark will tell me to smile" to keep me from driving next week.

Edited April 18, 2010 by DutchEdwin

[Joe Flanagan]

Keep us posted, Edwin. I always expect trouble with stuff like this. That way I might be pleasantly surprised. Will you be in time for your son's big dance?

[DutchEdwin]

Yes I will. That is, is if there is no voice from the dark .

The only things that can happen are the fuel pump and regulator.

Last time when I started the engine it ran for two minutes. After a check I discovered the stationary screw didn't touch the lever . So to low rpm's caused it to shut down . Not enough time to check if the fuel pump is ok.

When I need these parts it will probably take one or two weeks to get here. Still time enough. No worries.