The external valve thingy may be stuck closing off the front ,but that is just a guess.Looked on the net and 69 with drums that part is either a distribution block or a proportioning valve .Also the rear flex hose may collapse if they are old.

Last edited by KEVINSKI; 11/15/2024 4:45 AM. Reason: More rambling
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