Not exactly a barn find

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John Wurner
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Not exactly a barn find

#1 Post by John Wurner »

Purchased this car recently, 1965 C Coupe mostly in pieces, thru one of our members.
This car was disassembled in 1994, painted, upholstered, chrome done, parts wrapped in 1995 LA Times, and left alone.
Fortunately not exposed to weather.
Engine redone by Shasta Engineering in 195. One of my questions would be, what needs to be done to safely start the engine?
The previous owner (he is the original owner of the car) did a great job of protecting things but never finished the project.
John
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Kirk Romanotto
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Re: Not exactly a barn find

#2 Post by Kirk Romanotto »

Nice looking project. that red interior will look incredible.

I'm not a 356 guru although I have restored several early 911s. This is what I do with those engines if they have been sitting for more then a couple years.

Fresh clean oil change.
Remove the spark plugs and lightly lubricate the cylinders through spark plug holes.
Turn over by hand and make sure it turns smoothly.
Make sure nothing clanks or catches as the engine rotates.
Inspect carburetor a and fuel system for leaks etc.
if it's been sitting for a really long time, disassemble the carbs and rebuild them.
Visually inspect timing, points, etc. (CDI on 911s)
Connect battery.
Inspect the cars electrical system. Make sure nothing is going to melt. :)
Have someone with you for the next part.
Give it a turn while someone looks over the engine as you turn the starter.
Troubleshoot why it didn't start. :) Ignition, fuel etc.

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