Thread: newbie trying to get a 283 to run after 9 years in storage

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Well Pops (techinspector1), first off, I appreciate your ideas and input just like all the other great input I get from this and other sites. However, over the years I've realized what I'm good at and what is difficult. I've also learned not to add complications.

At this point, messing with the distrib could be a complication in getting the old engine to run - so best to avoid that. Plus, I was told in the past that my balancer may be off, meaning the timing marks may not line up - another reason not to mess with the timing. At some point in the future, if I do more indepth engine work, I'll probably learn about timing the engine (been there, done that on many motorcycles, but it took awhile).

I've never liked the Q jet, and don't want or need a high performance fuel system. I'm happy with something simple and reliable, which I'm told is an Edelbrock Performer. If you consider that "the easy way out", so be it.

I figured I could save the time and money involved in buying and hooking up a pulley attachment by simply lifting the rear end and spinning the wheels, although 34_40's comment indicates this will be more difficult then I thought. I figured with the plugs out, it wouldn't be to difficult to spin the motor - I guess I'll find out when I try it. Maybe I'll have to order a pulley attachment and wait for it to be shipped (local speed shop doesn't have them in stock).

So, if you think I should stick to riding bicycles (I ride 2 or 3 times a week), your entitled to your own opinion. I'm using this forum to learn all I can and minimize my mistakes. If I cut a corner or two, and it doesn't work out, I'll do it different next time.

Btw - thanks for the headsup on the correct oil pump primer -this is the kind of info that I appreciate on this site.