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Def worth the money! No need to ever re adjust points, and it always runs smooth. One less maintenance item, only caveat is make sure ignition is always OFF when its not running.
Ok, update on the Jeep's progress: finished mechanicals before winter, over the winter started the cosmetics. I repainted the interior, recovered and installed seats. Also installed the radios and mount, I did not actually hook them up electrically as I don't intend to use them. Also cleaned the...
Well I got all the mechanicals finished, and it was in it's first parade ! Also installed the Vertronix pointless system and it was a nice upgrade. ( yes I'm keeping the points plate in case down the road I sell it). Also was able
to get the correct radios which I'll install over the winter...
Ok, brake system overhaul is done, now I'm replacing the rear main seal which was completely worn. Bearing and crankshaft journals looked good, not too much crud in the pan.
Ok, I've started on the brake rebuild, and I've also rebuilt the carburetor. Carb was full of crud, and wheel cylinders seeped out fluid and destroyed the shoes. New lines and hoses too!
She's actually in very nice shape. NO rust, but mechanically neglected from sitting. Here's what's going on: 2 new batteries and correct hold downs, complete rebuild of the entire brake system, carburetor rebuild, distributor overhaul, and fixing all the evils people have done to the...