ParoDoXz Posted May 2, 2020 Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 (edited) I just bought a 1951 With a flat 6, tried to get it turned over with no luck. I believe it has a spark issue. I am wanting to replace all plugs, wires and distributor in hopes it fires up. Any advice on brand or website to purchase these parts? I have little experience on these older motors, I work mainly on newer diesel trucks. Any advise is greatly appreciated. Here’s a link to a video of me attempting to start it with no luck, maybe y’all will see something I can’t and be able to help. Video link - https://youtu.be/foroSt1AkvM Thank you! Edited May 2, 2020 by ParoDoXz Display video as a link and not embed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plymouthy Adams Posted May 2, 2020 Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 your parts need to match the distributor you have ...see tag on distributor when getting your parts...never assume what was stock is still stock....many people have found this surprise...many parts places have no clue what the little prefix letters mean and will hand you whatever is in stock or easily obtained. I also recommend that you do a compression test to begin with to ensure a tune up will be effective...no/low compression, no matter the spark, it will not start easily if it even starts at all... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParoDoXz Posted May 2, 2020 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 Thanks for the feedback! But I am wanting to replace the plugs, wires and distributor. What do you recommend I go with for the Flat 6 Motor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plymouthy Adams Posted May 2, 2020 Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 new parts…….sounds funny reply but best answer given off shore products.....as for plugs....I am an Autolite fan....champion plugs are for throwing at the neighbors dog when they trespass.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B1B Keven Posted May 2, 2020 Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 Vic sells tune-up parts. https://vicsdodgegarage.com/ I use to get mine from Napa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParoDoXz Posted May 2, 2020 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 Thanks Kevin! I’ll check it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgeb4ya Posted May 2, 2020 Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 Looks like a 12 volt starter? Compression test needed ... Fuel blow back up through the carb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brent B3B Posted May 2, 2020 Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 (edited) If it was me, I’d check the compression first (like PA and Rob said) Edited May 3, 2020 by Brent B3B Video removed and senseless babbling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry Roberts Posted May 2, 2020 Report Share Posted May 2, 2020 When these engines sit for a long time it is common for a couple of valves to stick open . You can see the movement of the valves if you remove the side covers and crank the engine over . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brent B3B Posted May 6, 2020 Report Share Posted May 6, 2020 What’s the verdict? You driving it yet? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParoDoXz Posted May 6, 2020 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2020 Yes! Got her to fire up last night, new plugs, wires , cap, rotor , 12v coil ( because the previous owner converted it to a 12v system ) , condenser and new points got her going. Initially I started with just new plugs and wires and coil but that didn’t get it started. After new points, cap , rotor and condenser it fired up. Parts were fairly cheap so decided to order everything at once and got 2 day shipping. Thanks to everyone who helped out! Check out the video of it starting here - https://youtu.be/o5tj8MO-GRg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brent B3B Posted May 6, 2020 Report Share Posted May 6, 2020 Congrats! ? Hey ignore the PM I sent you.. good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgeed Posted May 6, 2020 Report Share Posted May 6, 2020 So, I just watched the video, and a couple of others, in reverse order. Interesting stuff guys. But, I couldn't find the very first video. Will you post a link to that one? Thanks. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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