Well, my star-crossed experience with SPS 0034 knows no limits. Stranding #4. Wed, was cold but sunny & dry so took her for 45 min spin. Tonneau on & heater. Once warmed up, car went perfectly with the new Flame Thrower Holley idling smooth just <1000 rpm. Mix of in-town & rural roads & the run back to Annapolis on 50 at 75-80. Mile or so from Eastport, was at a light, normal idle/temp good. Moved off, up a slight incline. Easy acceleration. At about 45/2000K, heard a muffled ‘pop’ from engine, not exhaust. Power died immediately, no sputtering, missing, Nada. Coasted into a side street & attempted restart. Battery strong, plenty gas. All apparently normal & intact in engine compartment. But zero spark or ignition. The mechanics among you will doubtless diagnose this quickly.
A Good Samaritan Mexican (with a dolly for front wheels ) came along & gave me a tow back.
Car scheduled in Gear One next week. I’m at my wits end. Worse than my 1975 Norton on the reliability scale and that’s a statement. Problem is its so much damn fun when it runs! I’ll keep you posted but any input/hypotheses gratefully received.
A Good Samaritan Mexican (with a dolly for front wheels ) came along & gave me a tow back.
Car scheduled in Gear One next week. I’m at my wits end. Worse than my 1975 Norton on the reliability scale and that’s a statement. Problem is its so much damn fun when it runs! I’ll keep you posted but any input/hypotheses gratefully received.