I finally got the brakes bled about 11:00 last night after replacing the front
left brake line and flexible hose, and the pedal was so firm I couldn't believe
it (maybe I was just used to it going all the way to the floor without any
resistance). I thought I'd try a quick test drive, so I started it up and
drove down the block and back. The car did OK, other than the white smoke and
odor of burning coolant. It was a little late for a real drive. but I was
happy getting off the driveway and being able to stop the car without using my
hands, gravity, or prayer (OK, a little prayer).
Any tips on replacing the head gasket?
Thanks again for everyone's help getting the car to this point.
--Steve (1980 MGB)
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