Well the weather here in central Missouri has finally given me a break. Its time to get back into the shop and get the 53 back together. I started back in November and pulled out the engine from the old girl. Prior to me getting her, she had sat in the woods for around 20 years. After a lot of work I managed to get her back on the road, but the old girl leaked more oil than gas it used. For this reason, I decided to tear her down and replace all the seals. The engine is work is just about complete, just need to adjust the valves and put some engine tin's back on. Was hoping to go through the old 3 speed to this winter, but it will have to wait till next winter. I did get a new clutch, pressure plate, disk, and throw-out bearing to install. The trans is easy enough to pull back out later for a rebuild. I am feeling the "itch" to drive her and will have to scratch it soon! Hate seeing her in pieces!1953 3100

Last edited by Larry1974; 03/30/2018 2:30 PM.
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