New member in San Joaquin county

[UniAustin]

Hey guys, my name is Austin and I've been reading this forum for a while (since I acquired my roadster) but never felt the need to post anything until I got my car running (which was a few days ago). I hope I can gain some help from you guys as well as offer my assistance for anything I ran into before you guys (unlikely)

She's a '68 1600 with a U20 in her and a 5-speed hooked to that. when I disassembled her I realized someone ran her with the timing chain off (most likely the P.O.) and the valves nicked the pistons. I had a couple bent valves replaced and had a valve job done on all, and threw it back on the car. I went through everything I could without pulling the block and threw it all back together over time. She just started a few days ago, though the timing needs A LOT of tweaking. I'm looking forward to driving her and hopefully trying my hand at autocross, and if funds allow, vintage racing. Thanks for the support and I am glad to be part of the roadster community

[FergO2k]

Welcome, from a down-souther (who grew up in North Stockton / Lodi).
Lots of great advice on here, and all questions are welcome, we all learn something new in the long run.
I'll be traveling up that way of the coming holidays as well.
Don't forget the plenty of backroads tour/rallies, they are blast as well.

[Trav]

Welcome! I love hearing that another Roadster is back on the road. Let's see some pictures!

[Rodster]

Welcome to the site. Enjoy the ride. Ask questions the answers are here.

[notoptoy]

Welcome, pictures are indeed needed!

[zippy67roadster]

Welcome to the site. I too am looking to get into vintage racing!