IML: Dummies Books on Engines?

["Clint and Laurie Carter" <imperialschooner@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi list!

Okay, now that I've got my Pink Lady home, I want to start working on her. I 
know the engine needs work...but where do I start? I know, the FSM (that 
means Factory Service Manual, right?).  Is that a good place for a beginner? 
Or is there a Dummies book? My mechanical knowledge is limited to Lefty 
Loosy, Righty Tighty. Yeah, I can use a screwdriver and a wrench (hammers 
are good, too), but what else do I need to learn? I don't mind getting my 
hands dirty. I have a basic understanding of HOW an engine works, I just 
don't know how to MAKE it work. How did you all learn? Where do I start?

And body work...oy va!

I have read just about all the messages on the list for the past three 
years, and frankly, a lot of it's over my head.

So, please point me in the right direction!

Thank you guys and gals,
Laurie Carter
Ilwaco, WA USA
'59 Crown 




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