Had planned to make it to the picnic, but found myself in Edmonds for the greater start of the day. Last weekend was the first time I tried to start her up in a couple of years and it just didn't happen. So I got the battery all charged up, bought a can of starter fluid, and headed back up this morning. The battery kept its charge, but I couldn't get a spark to safe my life. I double checked all the simple stuff, etc...and even spent 30 minutes on the phone (and texting images to my dad) but to no avail - it was fun, however, to hear a glint of excitement in his voice.
I do not have a lot of mechanical skill, but I try and learn fast. The engine was overhauled before the prolonged (and unforeseen) storage began, so I'm hopeful it isn't something serious. I wonder if anyone might live in the Edmonds area, know a bit about straight sixes, and be willing to take a look at the car with me. I live in Seattle, so conversely, I could pick someone up along my way there.
I can access the car during the evening or weekends, and am happy to work around schedules, etc. If we get her started great - I'll treat us to something (depending on the day / time)...and if we don't I'm sure I'll still learn a thing or two through the experience.
Below is one of the images I sent to my dad...my son got a kick as we talked (back and forth) - using terms like "10 o'clock", etc. So it turned out to be a positive experience. I also received a little shock (at one point) so my son learned the importance of turning the ignition key all the way to the "off" position; LOL
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