Just short of eight years after I started my restoration, I (for the first time) actually got to hear my engine run!!!

YouTube video of the "first running"

Was never completely positive that I would be able to get this far without help (other than the help I get from Stovebolt.com). I actually got the distributor in place and points set, etc.... the first try.

Ends up the starter I had in it was a little tired so I cleaned up my original starter and it cranked it right over (slow but I have a 6V battery). Then after tightening up the temporary wiring and running a line to a temp fuel "tank"; I actually heard it sputter!!!

After a little gas in the carb and a couple cranks later - IT'S ALIVE!!!!! There is no exhaust and I have to put the radiator back on so I could not run it long but it certainly makes for a great day and another key turning point in the restoration!

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Last edited by Sheridan; 03/30/2008 1:08 AM.

Tim Sheridan
1947 First Series Chevy 1/2-Ton
"Liberty Series" - "Art Deco" - Whatever you'd like to call it.
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