Paul Arildsen wrote:
>
> Hi folks!
>
> I picked up (trailered) a '72 spit yesterday. I wheeled it into my
> garage and stared at it.
> It's in fair condition but needs some TLC
>
> Where do I begin??!!
>
> It has not run in 2 years and had a engine knock when it did.
> I have no probelm with rebuilding the engine but should I go all the way
> (rings, crank etc)?
>
> Should I just do the top end? or
>
> Should I just clean out the fuel system and carbs and fire it up?
>
> Paul
If you do a total rebuild, or at least have the engine torn down first,
you'll minimize the change of any damage or further damage. As well,
you'll know you can count on the engine.
--
George Richardson
'57 TR3, TS15559L
(getting ready to paint - and now on the web!)
http://www.merlingroupinc.com/tr3.htm
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