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EdC=> I've currently dual-carbs on my '69, ... => Does that mean I have an engine that's not => supposed be in my car? Maybe, maybe not. FI was prevelant on US-bound IRS cars, but yours could have been set up for a different market or optioned special for the original owner. Look for unused screw holes and hardlines to the fuel tank, for instance, as evidence of a missing FI system. => I'm not sure I want challenging, ... Don't worry. '69 parts are a little harder to find than '70s parts, but only a little. They're all challenging. => ... sounds like a lot of downtime to me. Leaving aside major body work and drive-train rebuilds, there aren't that many jobs that can't be done in an evening wrenching session if you have the parts and tools on hand. It's the surprises that get you -- when you thought you had the right part, or when you open up a project and find you need something unexpected. => Where do I start on the inspection? Because you're depending on the car, your priority is reliability, so I'd start with the mechanicals: Compression test Set valve lash Check dwell and timing Check carb balance Engine bay inventory: what's missing? what's messed up? Change engine and trans oils Replace all soft fuel lines Check shift linkage Wheels off, clean and inspect brakes Consider replacing all brake softlines Replace brake fluid Inspect tires Check front-end joints and steering damper Adjust steering Grease front end and steering box Check shock absorbers Check and clean electrical connections at starter and ground straps