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Hey guys, I'm curious to know your opinions on how to proceed. The 226 I bought is not running. PO claims it needs a new ignition switch and starter. Frame is in good condition with faded paint but the motor is a mess. Here's some pics:
My plan is a frame off restoration. I see two possible courses of action: Get the motor running, then restore or dive right in to the frame off resto. I initially thought I'd get the motor running first but its such a dirty mess in there its hard to tell what else could be going on. Now I'm thinking just dive into the resto. I'm planning on pulling the heads for a carbon cleaning no matter what. Any thoughts?
Separate question: The starter shaft will not rotate at all. The bendix spins but once its fully extended, nothing. Does that confirm the starter is toast?
Thanks in advance!
Best,
Jim



My plan is a frame off restoration. I see two possible courses of action: Get the motor running, then restore or dive right in to the frame off resto. I initially thought I'd get the motor running first but its such a dirty mess in there its hard to tell what else could be going on. Now I'm thinking just dive into the resto. I'm planning on pulling the heads for a carbon cleaning no matter what. Any thoughts?
Separate question: The starter shaft will not rotate at all. The bendix spins but once its fully extended, nothing. Does that confirm the starter is toast?
Thanks in advance!
Best,
Jim