Re: 1940 Super 8 160 Model 1803 Project

Posted by West Peterson On 2011/5/9 8:48:00

Looking good! One thing you'll feel once you get it all back together, is much more confidence in taking it across country.

One mistake I made (besides for not removing the front wheels) is not rebuilding the fuel pump while it was sitting right there in front of me. It looked like brand new, so I decided to forget it. It's not the easiest thing to remove once you have the front clip and splash pans back on. If it has not been overhauled/rebuilt sometime in the last 5 years, it would be a GOOD IDEA to do it. The replacement rubber material on the inside older than 5 years is questionable to withstand the new gas. Make sure you get your rebuild kit from the "source", as many times second-tier suppliers have had their kits on the shelf for more than 5 years. I highly recommend "Now and Then". Absolutely fabulous customer support via phone and e-mail.