I just got my Dad's 59 running after it sat for 25 years. I did all the easy stuff, replaced the plugs, wires, distributor, gas pump, rebuilt the carb (first attempt and I did it without a problem!). It would turn over, but no fire. I took it to a weekend mechanic who found weak compression and no compression in two of the cylinders (mine is a 261), so he fixed that issue for $200, and it started after the 3rd crank. I had no gas lines or a good tank, so I rigged up a tin can w a hose into the fuel pump. Put in new lines and a new tank. It runs great now, but am re-working all the brakes and lines now to make it a driver. First time at that as well, going pretty well with all the help from people out here!!!
