There also appear to be a number of state/regional
groups. Decide if your near-term goals are
a) a safe running car
b) a clean looking unrestored car
c) restoration/concours with a big budget
and then try to connect with a retired enthusiast
who has plenty of spare time and a willingness to
share info and advice. Safe travels.
ps. Everything jacquesm wrote, plus grasp the crank
gently with your thumb still next to your index finger,
not around and on the other side of the crank. Avoids
a broken thumb on backfire.
There also appear to be a number of state/regional groups. Decide if your near-term goals are a) a safe running car b) a clean looking unrestored car c) restoration/concours with a big budget and then try to connect with a retired enthusiast who has plenty of spare time and a willingness to share info and advice. Safe travels.
ps. Everything jacquesm wrote, plus grasp the crank gently with your thumb still next to your index finger, not around and on the other side of the crank. Avoids a broken thumb on backfire.