I will also be starting up, for the first time, a '64 BJ8 (Phase I) in a few
weeks. Small world. To test the electrics, I plan to temporarily install a
small (10 to 15 Amp) fuse in line with the power lead from the battery to the
solenoid. I will then turn on the ignition switch. If the fuse does not blow,
I will then test each electrical sub circuit, one at a time, such as the
horn, lights, turn signal, wiper, etc. If they all pass, I will then crank the
engine over with the plugs removed to bring up oil pressure. Lastly, I will
reinstall the plugs & fire up the beast.
Gary Hodson
In a message dated 3/22/2008 11:52:43 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
frogeye@porterscustom.com writes:
Make darn sure that the cam and tappets still have a good break-in lube
coating on them. Keep the idle at at least 1500-1800 RPM for the first 10-15
minutes. (I'm assuming that these parts are new or never run together
before)
frogeye@porterscustom.com
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
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After 20 years and my best attempt at a concours restoration, we are about
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