Reviving a Neglected 1971 Plymouth Duster - Will It Start?

🔧The 1971 Plymouth Duster has been neglected for over 20 years and requires extensive cleaning and maintenance to get it running again.

🔥The Duster has some cool aftermarket modifications, including a big Header, full dual exhaust, Offy Houser full Barrel offenhauser valve cover, and a super coil.

⚙️We clean out the packrat nests and debris from the car, ensuring nothing is blocking essential components like the carburetor or spark plugs.

🧪We check the compression and fire of the engine, finding some issues with the spark plugs and points that require cleaning and adjustment.

🕰️After fixing the ignition system, we set the timing to ensure optimal performance of the engine.

How long has the 1971 Plymouth Duster been neglected?

—The car has been sitting neglected since 1998, a span of over 20 years.

What modifications does the Duster have?

—The Duster has aftermarket modifications including a big Header, full dual exhaust, Offy Houser full Barrel offenhauser valve cover, and a super coil.

What issues were found during the inspection?

—During the inspection, we found packrat nests, dirty spark plugs, and points that required cleaning and adjustment.

Did the engine start and run?

—Yes, after cleaning and fixing the ignition system, the engine started and ran smoothly.

What was done to ensure optimal performance?

—To ensure optimal performance, we set the timing of the engine after fixing the ignition system.

00:00Introducing the neglected 1971 Plymouth Duster that has been sitting untouched for over 20 years.

01:59We clean out the packrat nests and debris from the Duster, making sure essential components are unblocked.

04:21After checking the compression and fire, we find issues with the spark plugs and points that require cleaning and adjustment.

09:57We drain and replace the old oil in the Duster, ensuring a fresh start for the engine.

12:41We set the timing of the engine for optimal performance after fixing the ignition system.