Re: Cylinder Compression Questions

Posted by Wesley Boyer On 2014/11/15 8:46:17

Hi 50 2382,
There's a lot of good information, here and a lot of different ways to go. But as stated, cables is a good place to start. Just because they look good doesn't mean they are (Plus if they aren't bad it's never bad to keep them as a backup.)and good fresh correct size battery. Also check the connections at both ends of the cables. Next since the car is new to you and it's been setting awhile drop the oil pan and clean out that old oil. Next I would get a leak down checker (I think Harbor Freight has them.) and check each cylinder. If you don't find any major problems go out and buy some new spark plugs and gap them before installing. Since the guy said it ran before, just been awhile take your time. I would disconnect the fuel line from the tank at the fuel pump and run a hose to a safe gas can just to see if I could get her started. After a couple of cranks, you should see gas squirt from the jets in the carburetor, this will be your first sign that at least the fuel pump is pumping some fuel and could still be good.
I think this would be a good starting point for you, just remember the car has been sitting for awhile take your time.
Just my two cents.
Wes
P.S. Good looking car.