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My 1960 Cadillac is under flood water 'til next Wednesday. After that, I'd
like to get it running again. Any advice on where to start?
The sixty-two sedan 1960 model Caddy was flooded about 2 years ago and
hasn't been touched since. Apparently it had been running. And last night
before the water came, my inspection showed it to be in pretty good
condition. Fluid lines seemed to be free of water, with some old oil and
transmission fluid still there. But the power steering reservoir was full
of water.
My plan is to drain and change the fluids, put in a new battery, drain the
gas tank of water, turn the key and see what happens. Any other ideas? Any
specialty forums I should check out for vintage cadillac issues?
What's important right now is to get the thing running so I can move it
around. The Car body is in good shape with very minor rust, but we'll see
after it's submerged for a second time. Interior will be shot, but again
that isn't as big an issue right now.
alclark0
How deep was the water? How long was it in it? your post makes it sound
like it has been under water for 2 years and will not be on dry land until
next week.
Any way besides what you mention I also would disconnect the fuel line from
the carb and spin hte engine until clean freash gas flowed. If the water
level ever got above the carb it may need to be rebuilt be fore it will run
well. Also remove the distributor cap and clean/dry it out.
Depending on how deep/long the car was under water you may have to contend
with multiple long term problems such as: mold, rust and especially
electrical.
I'm sure there are many Cadillac forums around I just do not know of any
specifically. Good luck and keep us posted.:thumbs: :thumbs:
corbett_auto
