Finally got started!

[spidernut]

My project car has been sitting in the garage for far too long. Today I decided I really need to start working on it....so out came the motor!

[So Cal Mark]

the long journey begins with the first step, what are your plans?

[spidernut]

Mark,

I'll be breaking down the motor, checking all the specs and either doing an overhaul or a complete rebuild if it needs it. It all depends up on what I find when I break it down. It ran well when I bought it but had bad valve guide seals based on the manner in which is smoked. I bought it with the intent of converting it to EFI but leaving it stock otherwise. I have all the parts for the EFI conversion but have a long road ahead since I'm going through the entire car.

Basically everything will be redone on this car and I will do 100% of the work excluding the machining and the paint. I will do the bodywork myself. Thankfully I have a spare transmission to replace the worn out one that came in the car, and I was very lucky that the differential is in great shape. I'll rebuild everything else front to back.

Originally, I was going to do a complete custom interior but came across a nearly pristine and complete stock interior for $100 excluding seat covers. I'll definitely do a custom compartment in the rear seat area.

It'll be a long project but should be a ton of fun for me. I find it very therapeutic working on my cars after a long day listening to people's financial and relationship woes.

[2ndwind]

congrats on the start. It will be a nice project.

[kenncarp]

what year? progress report? was it not running or are you just giving her a tune up?

[spidernut]

just a tune-up!

kenncarp - it's a 79 like yours. I drove it before I bought it. It was a disaster but did run and I drove it before towing it home. It had been sitting for about 12 years and was transferred between about 5 different people before I picked it up.

[kenncarp]

just a tune-up!

kenncarp - it's a 79 like yours. I drove it before I bought it. It was a disaster but did run and I drove it before towing it home. It had been sitting for about 12 years and was transferred between about 5 different people before I picked it up.

Fun! Mine was sitting 12 years too but didnt have the pleasure of being under shelter what all are you gonna have to rebuild? Best of luck to ya!

[spidernut]

kenncarp,

I'm rebuilding everything.

[SoFlaFiat]

John, from your posts, I know this is not your first train wreck so I'm positive you know exactly what is down the road... "Project creep" is our worst enemy and best friend!!
You know we are here for moral support and you know we want constant updates on where it hurts most!! Ha!!
Leave no bolt unturned!!

Best of luck and dig in!!
We are cheering for you!
Alan