Restoring a Vintage Car: Bringing a 1985 Classic Back to Life
AutomotiveClassic CarsFollow the journey of restoring a car that has been sitting in the Georgia Woods since 1985. The goal is to get the car to move under its own power for the first time in 38 years.
Restoring the Cooling System
⏰The car has a rare six blade fan and double pulley in its cooling system.
⚙️The water pump needs to be removed by pulling the bracket that holds the AC compressor and generator.
🔧The double pulley is difficult to find and needs to be cleaned.
Fixing the Transmission and Engine
🚗The manual transmission radiator required an external cooler to be installed.
🔍A vacuum leak caused running issues, which were resolved by replacing the carburetor.
🔩The accelerator pump is shot and needs to be replaced.
FAQ
What caused the running issues in the car?
The running issues were caused by a vacuum leak, which was resolved by replacing the carburetor.
What improvements were made to the car's performance?
A remanufactured original auto light 1100 was used as a replacement and improved the car's performance.
What was the result of replacing the failing coil?
After replacing the coil, the car ran better than ever.
What was the goal of restoring the car?
The goal was to get the car to move under its own power for the first time in 38 years.
What is the significance of the car's rare six blade fan and double pulley?
The rare cooling system components are essential for the car's restoration and performance.
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Follow the journey of restoring a car that has been sitting in the Georgia Woods since 1985. The goal is to get the car to move under its own power for the first time in 38 years.
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