Just acquired this from a friend to fix up and sell. She got it in divorce and is no longer interested in keeping it. I'm thinking it's a CMC or FB on a pan with a 1600cc.
What do you think of it? And what value, knowing it was parked about 6 years ago. And you the line "was running when parked".
Where should I start? I'm also open to offers as it is.
THANKS!!!!
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Paging Dr. Clock!
I'd recommend getting it in running order first. Once it starts, goes, and stops, the rest of it will clean up...
Looks like a nice build! FB assume you mean FF for FiberFab. Like the VS interior and the MSD ignition. Strange gauge in center 944? Add a pair of ICT carbs and get maybe 10 hp.
I'd check DOT date on tires and scrap them if 8+ years old (even 6 is suspect for being rotten on bottom where it met the ground). Drain all fuel, oil and brake fluid. Replace rubber brake lines with stainless steel mesh cover. Replace fuel line with new - moving the plastic fuel filter out of engine bay. Red gel coat has held up really well. Wonder how they decided to put the Reutter badge up so high - builder have bad knees?
Woohoo - another FL owner (Tallahassee)! Not too far from 5 or so NW FL Pan handle owners.
All depends what you shelled out for it. First, move the fuel filter out of the engine bay........ There are two ways to approach this . you can replace the old oil and gas and see if it will run, idle brake and steer...you could then sell it as a fixer upper and pocket a profit. The other way is to tear down and restore the car , you could get decent money for it.
Or..... You could fix it up and join us. The Madness is beckoning.
Someone put a lot of thought and workmanship into that car. Lots of little nits that wouldn’t pass muster in THIS picky group (like putting that plastic fuel filter in the engine bay - which a lot of us used to do til we were convinced it’s not safe) but, overall there’s a lot of thought and attention to details there.
I totally agree with Dr. Clock. Either just clean it up and get it running as-is and sell it quickly around $8-10K-ish, or spend time detailing it and making it right (which costs $$$) and then sell it for $14-16K. If you’re not all that familiar with these replicas, I would lean towards plan A. There are people on here looking for a decent fixer-upper for a good price and a quick sale.
What do you guys want for an asking price?
Thanks for all the great advice. I think the first think I'll do is change the fluids and get her started, then new tires all around.
Ok, I'll ask. What's at the other end of the air intake tube?
Bill Prout posted:Ok, I'll ask. What's at the other end of the air intake tube?
Ha, had same question - thought maybe a dryer vent flap but was hoping for a round K&N paper air cleaner. Guessing stock/aftermarket chrome air cleaner hit the rain tray or something else. Hence my suggestion for inexpensive set of dual carbs. Sent you informational PM yesterday.
WOLFGANG posted:Bill Prout posted:Ok, I'll ask. What's at the other end of the air intake tube?
Ha, had same question - thought maybe a dryer vent flap but was hoping for a round K&N paper air cleaner. Guessing stock/aftermarket chrome air cleaner hit the rain tray or something else. Hence my suggestion for inexpensive set of dual carbs. Sent you informational PM yesterday.
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I’d get it road worthy, blow off the dirt and buff the paint. All that’s left to do from that point is drive it around and leave a For Sale sign in the window every time you park it indicating reasonable offers accepted. You will no doubt make a few dollars at the end of the day.
Either that or go down the rabbit hole like we all do and slowly chip away at the bank account until you have it just the way you want it...until you change your direction mid-build!
Bill Prout posted:Ok, I'll ask. What's at the other end of the air intake tube?
It's attached to air cleaner mounted on the engine deck lid. The cleaner is about 9" round and 1.5" inches tall. It's actually pretty clever.
Bill Prout posted:WOLFGANG posted:Bill Prout posted:Ok, I'll ask. What's at the other end of the air intake tube?
Ha, had same question - thought maybe a dryer vent flap but was hoping for a round K&N paper air cleaner. Guessing stock/aftermarket chrome air cleaner hit the rain tray or something else. Hence my suggestion for inexpensive set of dual carbs. Sent you informational PM yesterday.
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It's attached to air cleaner mounted on the engine deck lid. The cleaner is about 9" round and 1.5" inches tall. It's actually pretty clever.
Something like this might satisfy CRHEMI (Bill)-
Showing the Speedster some love recently. I know it will fire up as I shot some starting fluid down the carb and she roared. Now it's on to the fuel system. I've already rebuilt the carb.
Question: Would the fuel pump go bad because of the bad gas sitting in the car for 6 years?
I know the fuel tank will be coming out and head to the radiator shop for some cleaning and coating.
I believe the diaphragm can go bad just sitting there not being used due to a lack of lubrication.
Robert M posted:I believe the diaphragm can go bad just sitting there not being used due to a lack of lubrication.
THANKS, that's what I thought.
^^^X2 what Robert said^^^.
You might want to replace all your rubber fuel lines before you start her up.
Bill Prout posted:You might want to replace all your rubber fuel lines before you start her up.
Great idea!!! THANKS!
The carb looked pretty good on the inside. Still I soaked it overnight in carb cleaner and used my compressor to blow out all the passages. should work like new.
With your fuel tank empty and removed and all your fuel lines replaced, it would be a good time to upgrade to an electric fuel pump and some shut off valves in there.
We're always happy to help you spend your money. Have fun and continue to treat your madness aggressively.
Al Gallo posted:With your fuel tank empty and removed and all your fuel lines replaced, it would be a good time to upgrade to an electric fuel pump and some shut off valves in there.
We're always happy to help you spend your money. Have fun and continue to treat your madness aggressively.
Why make it more complicated/costly than it needs to be? A stock fuel pump will deliver more than enough fuel to all but the biggest/most radical engines (you have to be still making serious power above 6,000 rpm with 2100 + cc's before the stock pump can't keep up), and has only failed here because the car sat for so long. If you're worried about reliability, carry a spare and the tools to change it out.
The sending unit is also toasted and rusty.
ALB posted:Al Gallo posted:With your fuel tank empty and removed and all your fuel lines replaced, it would be a good time to upgrade to an electric fuel pump and some shut off valves in there.
We're always happy to help you spend your money. Have fun and continue to treat your madness aggressively.
Why make it more complicated/costly than it needs to be? A stock fuel pump will deliver more than enough fuel to all but the biggest/most radical engines (you have to be still making serious power above 6,000 rpm with 2100 + cc's before the stock pump can't keep up), and has only failed here because the car sat for so long. If you're worried about reliability, carry a spare and the tools to change it out.
I don't know, but the cost of an electric FP vs buying a spare (just in case) seems minimal...Why not just upgrade?
