nerves like nylon, nerves like steel

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Even though the engine had been prep’d for storage, we took some precautions when starting it up. The plugs were removed, Liquid Wrench sprayed into the cylinders, and the 6 year old gas drained from the tank. A quick trip to Auto Zone provided a new battery.

After installing the new battery, the engine was turned over until good oil pressure was seen. The plugs were re-installed and the Spitfire roared to life on the first turn of the key.

Kayleigh was excited about Daddy’s new car, at least until we started turning the engine over. The exhaust noise reverberating in the garage was a bit loud for her tastes.

No, Daddy, spray it there!