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Merc Cruzer · 09-28-2021, 06:07 PM

Do a leak down test, to establish a base line.

Let it set idling and see if it over heats.

Take it out for drive around the neighborhood,and see if there are any issues. If there are none, then try the highway, for high speeds, all the time watching the temperature.

When you get it home from the drives, turn it off and let it set for 10 minutes, then try to start it again.

Enjoy it, you have a nice one!

I can't see where you are located, but try to take it to a car show and talk to people.

09-28-2021, 06:07 PM	#7
Merc Cruzer Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Conifer, Colorado Posts: 2,423	Re: Flathead engine assessment Do a leak down test, to establish a base line. Let it set idling and see if it over heats. Take it out for drive around the neighborhood,and see if there are any issues. If there are none, then try the highway, for high speeds, all the time watching the temperature. When you get it home from the drives, turn it off and let it set for 10 minutes, then try to start it again. Enjoy it, you have a nice one! I can't see where you are located, but try to take it to a car show and talk to people. Last edited by Merc Cruzer; 09-29-2021 at 05:33 PM.