| This is helpful! As noted in my other comments I’m realizing that the car I’m talking about is a Ford Model A which is completely different- and an indication of how much I have to learn. This post reminds me of this guide I found on my dad’s computer after his death: BEFORE STARTING Connect fuse at starter motor.
Turn on gas under dash.
Retard spark, which is the lever up position.
Open up gas mixture at choke lever a turn.
Turn over the car while pulling out the choke in short bursts, usually the car starts on the first choke pull. WHEN THE CAR STARTS Advance spark which is the lever down position.
Gradually close the fuel mixture down to a 1/4 to 1/2 turn out (in the 9-12 on the clock range). WHILE DRIVING Retard the spark at stop signs and the care while idle more smoothly.
Open the fuel mixture up to 6 o'clock if the car lags on hills. PARKING THE CAR FOR THE NIGHT Turn off gas under dash.
Disconnect fuse at starter motor.
put up top to keep dust and water out. GENERAL THIINGS TO CHECK Water level, if you can see water everything is fine.
The radiator temperature gauge works by the way
Tires, 30-35 psi is about right.
Oil, not apt to be a problem. THINGS TO REMEMBER THIS IS A 6 VOLT POSITIVE GROUND CAR, WHICH MAKES JUMP STARTING ALMOST OUT OF THE QUESTION. WHEN CHARGING THE BATTERY, THE BLACK CLIP GOES ON THE STARTER MOTOR POLE, RED ON THE FRAME. |