[FC] RE: Found a Lakewood

[Paul Steinberg]

Jim...... if you don't go ahead with the purchase, please drop me an email.  I would be interested in it and I am also in CT.  
Thanks Paul in CT  
......  noahsarkinc @ earthlink.net 
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>Hi everyone,
>
>I have found a 61 Lakewood 700 in Meriden CT. The body
>of the vehicle is in almost perfect condition - I saw
>no rust - the interior other than the headliner is
>excellent - all original.  It has been repainted and
>undercoated by the current ( 2nd ) owner and he did a
>pretty good job.
>
>I am seriously considering buying the vehicle but
>would appreciate some input on the following,
>
>The car has not been driven for about 3 years - I
>believe it has been started.. the engine turns but
>does not turn over although the owner says he can
>start it buy pouring gas in the carbs - he says there
>is a problem with one of the cylinders as the engine
>was skipping last time he drove it. He believes there
>is carbon build up on this cylinder - any thoughts.
>
>I know the brakes will need to be completely done
>over- bearings repacked, there was a small drip spot
>under the transmission ( PG ) other than checking the
>trans. fluid and making sure it has lubrication what
>else should I look for with a PG?
>
>He put a new gas tank in 3 years ago but the car has
>old ( bad ) gas in it.  Is there cause for concern on
>the tank?
>
>I am not a mechanic by any means but have learned some
>things in the past year with my Greenbrier , although
>I bought that in excellent running condition.
>
>This would be a chance to really learn alot and
>probably come out with a really great fun car - but I
>know there are things to watch out for - any thoughts
>or help would be welcome.
>
>Jim Forgey
>64 Greenbrier
>