Hey! I got first-hand notice today from a fellow with a machine built shortly
after mine (B382002682). He says he's got a 260 in it. I believe him. So that
certainly lends credibility to the 260 side of all this fuss, doesn't it?
Norm said something about a registry, but I must confess I don't have a copy.
That's okay; I also confess that I'm not a huge auto-phile, either. Small sport
cars and very very old machines are okay, but outside of that I think cars suck.
As I've said before, I am hardly qualified to judge the engine in my machine.
Still, mechanics refer to the "289" in my machine, and it rolled off the dealer
lot touted as a 289. Do I sue someone today if it's a 260? I wonder if Jim
Reed Sport Cars in Southern California is still doing business. Ha!
So, when I return home to Pismo Beach, I suppose I'm obligated to make a
thorough evaluation. Gotta get the car home from Arizona, first, though, and
that means some carburetor work. Any tips on sticky float valves (in the 'full
bowl' position)? I think there's some stiff linkage, too, associated with the
choke, but what do I know. I mostly just drive the thing. Lots more fun than
my wife's Chrysler Town and Country station wagon. Gag.
Eddy
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