Hi, all.
a female friend of mine (NRI - that's no romantic interest) who recently
inherited a 50k mileage relatively original 74, took it to a very reputable
and quality british car repair shop and spent about 5k on it, and then went
on a 500 to 600 mile trip with us last weekend with no problems, just
emailed me with the following. i'm headed over there saturday to see if i
can help; i'm no expert but i've had my 72 for about 7 years and have
learned at least a little..
i know this doesn't help much; i figure first look under the dashboard for
uninsulated wires touching, but after that i'm not sure what to do. have a
multi meter and tools. if any of you can give me a couple pointers i'd
really appreciate it. i know electrical problems can be a total black hole,
but i want to help this friend out if i can.
thanks in advance to a great group!
Her comments:
Pulled in this evening about 10:45 with this sissing sound. Something
about this sissing noise and a faint smell was the first tip that had
me a little concerned when I left Arlington heading for Euless. Noticed
it more when I was stopping at the traffic lights.
Then when I pulled in the garage and turned her off, the sissing sound
persisted and then the smoke out from under the dash began. I figured
ya know this really doesn't look good. What to do. Oh yeah, move it out
of the garage for sure. Pop the hood - no flames well that's gotta be
a plus.
Fuses disconnected, battery disconnected.
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