I finally got the engine running well after switching to smaller air bleeds and putting stronger springs in the distributor. There is still some fine tuning to so and the the bolts on the timing cover need to be tightened due to a small amount of
oil seepage, but this car is pretty much finished. I took her for a short jaunt up and down the driveway and it feels wonderful. Doesnt take much to break the tires loose. Now i am just waiting on replacement front Upper control arms and drivers knock off spinners from the kirkhams and I will be ready to go for my first test drive.
This video is terrible and the sound quality isnt fabulous, but at least it is something. i had to take it with my phone because i could not find my video camera. The header gaskets aren't installed yet because i need to remove the pipes for paint, so you might here a slight tick.
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1965 Kirkham Cobra from the Movie Ironman-Run Video - YouTube