Hey fellow E Body fans.
Ok I am trying to do some research on my project. I am open to ideas.
Lets say that I go through the proper procedure and the motor has good compression and moves freely. IF I wanted to get this this motor running well systems would you replace? I basically want to try and use this motor for as long as I can before having to do a full rebuild. That way I can allocate funds to other much bigger issues.
I am not planning a full restoration of this car seeing that it does not have matching numbers and I cant afford to do the 10+ body work that it will need right now. My goal is to get it going and have a little fun with it. Also work out other systems..
The motor has been sitting for 20 years in the high desert of CA. I am optimistic that the motor will be ok.
From what I can see it will need:
Distributor
Carb
I plan on replacing the Alternator
Fuel Pump
water pump
all belts
flush all fluids
Plugs
wires
Fuel pump
Flush fuel lines
drop tank and clean
My issue is that I am not sure what parts (or part numbers) I will need. This thing is a mystery to me and I really want to try and get as much knowledge from you guys before I tear into this thing. Also please keep in mind that any new electronic ignitions, or pumps that you suggest I am ok with! The goal is to build it into a steerable well handling car. I am not doing any body work until I have fitted a 5 speed, worked out all the kinks with electrical, and installed the RMS Alterkation front and rear system. Body and cosmetic will happen after I get a package that will do what I want the car to do.
ALSO, if anyone can tell me what they see or ID anything from these photos that would be so helpful! Apparently it was a built engine at one point but my uncle can not remember what was done to it.. Such a fun process!
Last, would the Edelbrock Power package be compatible with this motor? I have an in there and can get the system for a very very good deal..
Thank you for all info and advice!
Ok I am trying to do some research on my project. I am open to ideas.
Lets say that I go through the proper procedure and the motor has good compression and moves freely. IF I wanted to get this this motor running well systems would you replace? I basically want to try and use this motor for as long as I can before having to do a full rebuild. That way I can allocate funds to other much bigger issues.
I am not planning a full restoration of this car seeing that it does not have matching numbers and I cant afford to do the 10+ body work that it will need right now. My goal is to get it going and have a little fun with it. Also work out other systems..
The motor has been sitting for 20 years in the high desert of CA. I am optimistic that the motor will be ok.
From what I can see it will need:
Distributor
Carb
I plan on replacing the Alternator
Fuel Pump
water pump
all belts
flush all fluids
Plugs
wires
Fuel pump
Flush fuel lines
drop tank and clean
My issue is that I am not sure what parts (or part numbers) I will need. This thing is a mystery to me and I really want to try and get as much knowledge from you guys before I tear into this thing. Also please keep in mind that any new electronic ignitions, or pumps that you suggest I am ok with! The goal is to build it into a steerable well handling car. I am not doing any body work until I have fitted a 5 speed, worked out all the kinks with electrical, and installed the RMS Alterkation front and rear system. Body and cosmetic will happen after I get a package that will do what I want the car to do.
ALSO, if anyone can tell me what they see or ID anything from these photos that would be so helpful! Apparently it was a built engine at one point but my uncle can not remember what was done to it.. Such a fun process!
Last, would the Edelbrock Power package be compatible with this motor? I have an in there and can get the system for a very very good deal..
Thank you for all info and advice!