ok, so last resort time: I have actually shrunken down the pickup end of a BIG and POWERFUL standard shop vac ….get on down to 1/4 in pickup....and you can get a lot of those to come up enough to get a tack pulled under the lip of the head.
John in Va.

Well I have experience with both, prefer Epifanes, but I don't see that mixing two such similar finish products should matter....if you plan to do two coats of Epi over a weekend....I would not sand much at all between.....get the chemical bond....you had best wait for some of the trailer queen crew...

a pic would help.....I have done that job...John in Va

without doing the research: didn't somebody get all that running gear inventory NOS that Jim Wick (spelling?) and some other fellow had down in Florida years ago? I would bet Jim Staib knows who/where.....? John in Va.

really cool! thanks Bob John inVa

this is old automotive parts.....tighten the adjuster and pack it with grease or lube and it will help...but new sector and worm would be best and pretty easy to do. It will make for a big improvement. John in Va.

I am with Greg.
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John in Va

yep, Jim is right on...lots of stuff to prep and precise too. Jim Staib will be a help....isn't he in a McHenry too?
John in Va.

You might looking up Gary Lowell in Greensboro N.C. his number is 336-227-2298 Known to some in Va....like SML guys.

John in Va.

I am telling you guys...those resistors in or around the coil can, when failed, seem like any number of seemingly unrelated problems. Their whole purpose is to keep from overloading the points at max electrical delivery at while cranking....or at least that is the theory...??????.real gremlins...and...

I can't specify a coil...but if that thing is converted as you mention...maybe you need a coil resistor if using an old style 12v coil....some coils have that built in...but others require the seperate ceramic and wire resistor...not having that working right causes wierd problems usually noticable ...

all this started with the starter. The hand crank starter...back in the day.....most people are right handed....hence they have most strength when cranking clockwise at the front of the engine.
just a tidbit thought...

John in Va.

agree with Jim...all the way john in va

I had to save the pics of your engines....that is the nicest job I have EVER seen....and I have seen a lot....
John in Va

I am no help...but have the same problems.....so let us know what you find out?
John in Va

of course this could be a broken wire along the trail....but to see which are on what circuit...I would try to see if the Mariner's Museum has the wiring diagram …. John in Va.

"jim dandy to the rescue" as per usual. Reminds me of the two old carpenter buddies of mine that got together to build a final house as partners rather than competitors. Bruce, the perfectionist, was measuring while Royce the "get er done" type was cutting. Bruce calls down from the ladder, "ok Royc...

Sorry Jim I can't help a lick...BUT....you have a GREAT job ongoing there as usual.

John in Va.

good lord willie! you may not be expert at lifting and blocking but you have engine detail down to a fine art man!! All the advice you listed is correct. In my long experience I would say that the yard guys are the key here. They need to be slow and easy with her. Three straps is the deal for sure. ...

huuummm…..did rotation figure into this timing …??

John in Va.

soaker hose inside....will help an amazing bit.
John in Va.

5200 is an adhesive not a caulk. I get why folks try it, but I am scared of it in that application.
John in Va.

Are you seeking a replacement strut?

I am with Troy....and most old timers. John in Va

Don't know from colors...but added thanks for taking care of a cruiser!!! where is she located etc?
John in Va

yep, being in a covered slip saves my Fairchild scout.

John in VA

That looks really professional Troy! She will appreciate the cover and the ventilation. Now you can get serious about your Loop trip!
John in Va

but you sure as hell can't get it off your clothes.
John in Va.

you might try heating is a bit with a heat gun? That and the soap trick. John in Va.

no photo that I can see????? John in Va.