1949 Plymouth Special Deluxe Engine Rebuild (Detroit area)

If it doesn’t need machine work, the worst part of rebuilding it yourself is either replacing the water distribution tube (usually stuck really good) or grinding the valves. And seating them.

Word of warning on that water distribution tube, even if you get a professional rebuild, make sure they get all of the old one out and install the new one.

The carb is an easy rebuild. Plan on a new water pump and fuel pump. I have used both a new Airtex and Carter fuel pump on my 53 Dodge truck - both failed with less than 2000 miles in the same manner. The drift pin that holds the pump arm to the body of the pump fell out.