[AMC-list] Up to 60

[Joe Fulton <piper_pa20@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Got the 65 Rambler up to sixty mph on a side road today with no unusual noises 
and it seemed to behave itself.  I have the auto trans and 2.73 rear axle ratio 
so it cruises comfortably at 60.

The punch list is getting shorter and I hope to knock out another couple of 
items next weekend.

    1.  Rocker cover oil leak right at the front of the head.   I've tighened 
the screws but it still leaks.  It's a new gasket.
2.  Gas filler hose leak.  My 65 has the molded rubber insert and it split where 
it fits over the pipe coming up from the tank.   It's split in the 
front and rear but some Permatex gasket maker fixed the front.  

3.   Temp gauge is not working.  I checked the resistance from the temp sender 
and it seems too high even when the engine is warm.  


My used transmission slips a little when it shifts up when the car is cold, but 
shifts more cleanly when after the car is driven a few miles.   I plan to baby 
it and check the transmission pressure next weekend.

I replaced the weatherstripping on the rear doors today.   Then drove it about 
20 miles all tolled,

I hope everyone had a meaningful Christmas.

Joe Fulton  
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