Davin and Jeff are back at it in an attempt to bring the Ford V8 engine in a 1959 Edsel Corsair back to life. This one fought them all the way, but you'll have to watch until the end to find out: Will It Run?

Chapters:
00:00 - 00:22 - Introduction: 1959 Edsel Corsair... Will It Run?
00:23 - 00:49 - Found the keys!
00:50 - 2:57 - What's the plan? Does the engine turn?
02:58 - 05:55 - Pulling spark plugs and squirting some oil in the cylinders
05:56 - 13:40 - Does the starter work? Do we have spark? Checking ignition system
13:41 - 22:16 - Attempting to start engine. New cap and condenser.
22:17 - 27:10 - Pulling valve cover. Inspecting lifters and rockers. Priming oil pump.
27:11 - 29:28 - Attempting to start engine again.
29:29 - 31:30 - Pulling carburetor to inspect intake manifold. Also trying something stupid.
31:31 - 34:28 - Compression check and new coil. Stronger spark?
34:29 - 37:09 - C'mon! Will it actually start?
37:10 - 39:35 - What should we do? Leave a comment with your ideas!

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