just pulled it out of the weeds

norcalmike · Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 8:22 pm Post subject: just pulled it out of the weeds

well my thing has been sitting in the backyard since last october uncovered, cob webs all over and leaves and crap all over it Crying or Very sad

SHAME ON ME

well i pulled it out today, got it fired up. the carb must be filthy cause it misses bad and black smoke come out.

i check the valve adj and the plug wires and plugs were new shortly before parking it.

i guess ill clean out the carb and see how it goes. ive been dying to cruise the pumpkin again Cool

wish me luck

Pierre G · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 12:57 am Post subject:

Good luck !! Maybe an oil change wouldn't be too much, as checking brake fluid level !!
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bmwloco · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 4:58 am Post subject:

Check air in tires
Test Brake system
Check lights

But most importantly, check all the nooks and crannies for surprises like furry ones and those that slither. Surprises whilst on the road are no fun at all. Shocked

Solomon Grundy · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 9:54 am Post subject:

I have always found that if the engine does not start I am mad but if the brakes do not work I am terrified!!! Always check break first!!! Shocked

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norcalmike · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 4:40 pm Post subject:

i actually replaced a wheel cylinder just before i parked it.

i never had a chance to bleed them at the time.

so , checking the brakes is a given Smile

i am also missing a couple of exuast studs. that has been a pesky problem since last year. i am finally going to fix it right.

my tires have been on the thing since the late 80's Shocked

so i have a nice fresh set im going to have installed this weekend.

my pumpkin is in pretty good shape cosmetically. i have just been neglecting her mechanically for too long. but not anymore.

she will be fixed up proper and tight again. its gonna be a great summer. i think i'll make it my daily again for the next few months. Wink

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p.s. thats just water under the car, not gas

markie61 · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 5:41 pm Post subject:

racer_dude · Posted: Tue Jul 03, 2007 6:05 pm Post subject:

npconnor · Posted: Tue Jul 03, 2007 6:36 pm Post subject:

I thought it was pee. Shocked

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Captain Spalding · Posted: Tue Jul 03, 2007 6:39 pm Post subject:

Brake fluid. Razz

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Beer...

norcalmike · Posted: Wed Jul 04, 2007 9:34 am Post subject:

so, i guess im not the only smart-ass thing driver Very Happy

markie61 · Posted: Wed Jul 04, 2007 10:00 am Post subject:

Solomon Grundy · Posted: Wed Jul 04, 2007 11:00 am Post subject:

That is the understatement of the year!!! Shocked

I was thinking more like touched in the head, everyone of us… Rolling Eyes

Happy 4th Volks! Cool

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