Got a lot of help today from Doug, a friend that volunteered his time in the rain today to pull and clean Lacey's gas tank. Unfortunately...some DPO (darn previous owner) beat us to it and did a crappy job of repairing the bottom of the tank. So...we're looking for another TR6 gas tank. Know of any?
The repair looks like brazed copper with fiberglass...weird. And some ugly sealant put in the tank bottom for good measure.
On the bright side, we were able to finish gutting the interior, including doors/side windows and the dash.
AND...SURPRISE...we STARTED THE CAR!!!!! Now, it didn't run very well because the rear carb's fuel jet was locked up solid. After looking at the carbs closely, they will need a rebuild. Luckily, I picked up two rebuild kits for the grand sum of $11.00 each at the Gathering auction a few years ago! So that's the project for the rest of the weekend...
Thanks to Doug!
Other important news: We've finalized the drivers at 6:
Jamie P.
Tim R.
Jack McG.
Joe D.
Vern B.
Kevin A.
Best of luck to the ChumpCar teams racing at Rockingham this weekend!!!
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