I just brought my 1957 Bug home, and am going to try to start the engine.
Here's the info:
It has been sitting since about 1988. I bought it 2 years ago, and just moved it into my garage - a friend of mine stored it meanwhile. The engine is in unknown condition, but appears complete and original. It turns over by hand and seems to have at least some compression, though I haven't tested it.
I think I need to pull the carb and rebuild it before I try to start it up. It seems crusty, and doesn't operate very smoothly. Which carb is this? I'll also rebuild the fuel pump.
I am planning on buying a new battery and changing the oil, points and sparkplugs before trying it. Any other advice? Am I getting ahead of myself?
Thanks! James