Smoking ground cable

[fordguy_78]

Just here to point out that Dielectric grease is electrically insulating and for high voltage, you want to use DEOX oxide inhibitor

[oldyeller69]

your starter probably worked ok when the engine was old but now it needs a new one,the drive bushings could be wore,or the brushes, or the solinoid.

[crazyhorse]

Mr Eagle, I agree with whats already been said.

Has the oil pump been primed and oil already to all the moving parts?
It should turn over with the spark plugs removed.
Do you have a way to pull it while in gear if it is a straight drive?

Good luck

[WarEagle]

I had to take some time off of the rebuild to move my parents in with me.

This is where I am at. I installed a high torque starter, new plugs and wires and a new head gasket. I have been waiting for a warmer day to try and start her up. Its been so cold I don't want to damage the internals. I think the moly lube is probably off all the bearings from previously trying to start her so I need to get a shaft to prime the oil pump and get the oil flowing before cranking again. Plus, I'm a little nervous that she won't turn over again. Won't know till I try.

Its snowing in Montgomery today so still a little cold. Maybe I'll try Saturday. Cross your fingers.