G = Big Day - The Engine Runs!

After the carb and fuel pump rebuild I tried to start the engine without success.  Did notice some backfire through the carbs if throttle held open.  Checked timing again and it was alright.  Symptoms made me think that maybe the timing was off 180 degrees of distributor turn.  Checked and indeed the #1 cylinder was firing when #1 cylinder at TDC, but the valves were rocking at the point - it was firing on exhaust stroke instead of compression!  Thought I'd have to remove the distributor to resolve, but then realized I could just move the wires around the 180 degrees.  After moving the wires it fired right up!

Ran it long enough to burn a lot of the oil and stuff off the exhaust manifold.  Tried clutch and tranny, was able to move the car forward and backward so these systems look good.  Oil pressure remained great.  Tach worked.  However, temp gauge never increased despite radiator being pretty warm.  Will have to have temp/oil pressure combo gauge rebuilt. 

Front carb has a consistent drip from jet seals.  I have taken it apart three times and can't get it to stop.  The cork seals they give you with a rebuild kit must not be getting the job done.  Internet research shows teflon O-rings work better, will order some today.  I need to get this resolved before I drive the carb, leak goes right onto exhaust manifold, not good.