This was my fathers pride and joy and I knew every wrench ever put on this car. This car was ordered at a Moncton Dodge dealer and picked up in Halifax, NS at a Dodge dealer. Everything was ordered as built and there was never any modifications made. The defects you noticed when the engine was opened were factory mistakes and not made by any local Dodge dealers. The engine only had simple maintenance as required by the auto new car manual! I drove the car new and saw the colors as when new. The body roughness was ordinary as typical in Canada for winter weather where they used salt on the roads. It had several small bumps during the winter ice which should have been fixed at the time. I was not around at the time because of finishing my medical degree and starting a practice! I was young and not thinking of +50 years older for the car!! Of course the years flew by, my dad developed end stage prostate cancer and was very sick and not thinking of the Monaco! I had bought him several Lincoln Town cars which took his interest while well. We did get the Monaco started in 1986 which was just his chance for a last ride for him, not driving unfortunately, but as a passenger he did enjoy his final drive! This was the saddest drive for me ever because I was very close with my dad discussing our cars and how fast 0-60 mph as well as top speed although we never were much over 100 mph during our times owning 440 Magnums in different Mopar vehicles. We loved those cars and the thrill was always there when driving them! My dad was my best friend and we had so much enjoyment doing our 1000 mile oil changes with filter change at 3000 miles while driving them because we always said back then that oil was cheaper than major engine repair! I still believe that and at 82 years old now I still do that! During our car buying days we always bought the unique models. This 1968 Dodge Monaco 500 2dr was ordered as equipped now and was 1 of 351 produced with that engine and drive train as is! Nothing was ever modified from factory numbers! It is a unique “one of a kind “ 1968 Dodge Monaco 500 2dr 440 Magnum! My email is listed and questions about this car will be answered with pleasure!
It is my pleasure to be sharing in the history of this car. Thank you so much for the information. I hope we can do it justice by keeping the memories alive.
Looking forward to your new stuff. Keep Car Calture alive!! Content like yours help me find my smile after a long day of 9-5 working. Thanks for what you do.
Happy New Year OCG & Family. I noticed a lot of blow back through the carb when the cho,e plate was opened. I would check your valve adjustment. Then recheck distributor as many others have suggested. Make sure the battery is full charged those engi es were somewhat notorious for hard starting unless turning fairly fast.Looking forward to hearing the rumble when it does fire up and keep running.
New here from Tom’s channel. After your break, pull the number one plug and make sure it’s set at TDC on the compression stroke. Check rotor under cap. Inspect spark plugs for fouling and or lack of fuel. If lack of fuel, fill up the carb fuel bowl and if it runs for a short time and doesn’t refill, replace your new bad fuel pump with a good one. Parts chain has been horrible for old cars. Parts on shelf too long or the “world parts supply” rubber is crap. Keep in mind stuff labeled made in North America can have a ton of “world supplied” parts inside them.
I think we have it narrowed down to the original coil not working with the new electronic ignition. I'm going to try the coil off my Cordoba here shortly! I appreciate the suggestions though.
As for the start ..charge the battery ..#1 cylinder compression stroke ..top dead center..point rotor to #1 plug wire ..gas ..fire ..boom away she goes ..oh by the way ..have fun ..enjoy the memories you guys are making
At least the distributor is in the right place for you to get at it easier. We don't have that on our Chevys. Is there a key wire to the starter and electronic ign that needs to be energized correctly for the spark? Other than that, I can only think of the timing, but I know you were messing with that. Good luck you will get it going. Happy New Year from Dans Garage NC!!!
Hi Jason. Too bad you couldn’t get the 440 to fire up. I’ve experienced a no start like this due to a bad condenser. I know you swapped out to electronic ignition, you have spark, I saw you get zapped. The engine sounds physically like a timing problem. Good luck troubleshooting. Big Al.
@@OldeCarrGuy I ran the 67 plymouth with a grounded out switch for 12 years ..I made a pig tail with a grounding end screwed to the firewall right where it plugs into harness ..so after I fixed it ..if ever it happens again I can just unplug from harness and plug in ground
Acting as if two or more wires may be crossed with it spitting out the carburetor. Of course I could be wrong too or the distributor is 180 out just a couple of ideas hope they help
I had a '69 Dodge Charger R/T that was all original with the 440 single four Barrel carb. I know ever time it got flooded, it was very difficult to start. Sometimes if you push the gas pedal to the floor it would start right up. These old Mopars were very finicky and temperamental.
If it were me I would start from scratch as in find tdc on number 1 and go from there. If still popping back and such, as much as it pains me to say it, check the cam timing to crankshaft.
Funny you say that. As simple as it is to mess up, i did actually have it wired with a clockwise firing order until i clued in with some hints from the comments. Thanks for being here.
I think it's the timing.. I think your turning the distributor too much..maybe turn it in smaller movements.. I don't know..Timing lights still go over my head.. Top dead center is important.
I haven't really worked on any Mopar's, but have you checked your plug wire order? Most people act like you are dumba$$ for even mentioning it, but it's simple enough to do!
This was my fathers pride and joy and I knew every wrench ever put on this car. This car was ordered at a Moncton Dodge dealer and picked up in Halifax, NS at a Dodge dealer. Everything was ordered as built and there was never any modifications made. The defects you noticed when the engine was opened were factory mistakes and not made by any local Dodge dealers. The engine only had simple maintenance as required by the auto new car manual! I drove the car new and saw the colors as when new. The body roughness was ordinary as typical in Canada for winter weather where they used salt on the roads. It had several small bumps during the winter ice which should have been fixed at the time. I was not around at the time because of finishing my medical degree and starting a practice! I was young and not thinking of +50 years older for the car!! Of course the years flew by, my dad developed end stage prostate cancer and was very sick and not thinking of the Monaco! I had bought him several Lincoln Town cars which took his interest while well. We did get the Monaco started in 1986 which was just his chance for a last ride for him, not driving unfortunately, but as a passenger he did enjoy his final drive! This was the saddest drive for me ever because I was very close with my dad discussing our cars and how fast 0-60 mph as well as top speed although we never were much over 100 mph during our times owning 440 Magnums in different Mopar vehicles. We loved those cars and the thrill was always there when driving them! My dad was my best friend and we had so much enjoyment doing our 1000 mile oil changes with filter change at 3000 miles while driving them because we always said back then that oil was cheaper than major engine repair! I still believe that and at 82 years old now I still do that! During our car buying days we always bought the unique models. This 1968 Dodge Monaco 500 2dr was ordered as equipped now and was 1 of 351 produced with that engine and drive train as is! Nothing was ever modified from factory numbers! It is a unique “one of a kind “ 1968 Dodge Monaco 500 2dr 440 Magnum! My email is listed and questions about this car will be answered with pleasure!
It is my pleasure to be sharing in the history of this car. Thank you so much for the information. I hope we can do it justice by keeping the memories alive.
Looking forward to your new stuff. Keep Car Calture alive!! Content like yours help me find my smile after a long day of 9-5 working. Thanks for what you do.
Thanks Wayne! Will do my best!
Happy New Year OCG & Family. I noticed a lot of blow back through the carb when the cho,e plate was opened.
I would check your valve adjustment. Then recheck distributor as many others have suggested. Make sure the battery is full charged those engi es were somewhat notorious for hard starting unless turning fairly fast.Looking forward to hearing the rumble when it does fire up and keep running.
No valve adjustment on these 440s as they use a rail for the rockers. Stay tuned for a follow up.
New here from Tom’s channel. After your break, pull the number one plug and make sure it’s set at TDC on the compression stroke. Check rotor under cap. Inspect spark plugs for fouling and or lack of fuel. If lack of fuel, fill up the carb fuel bowl and if it runs for a short time and doesn’t refill, replace your new bad fuel pump with a good one. Parts chain has been horrible for old cars. Parts on shelf too long or the “world parts supply” rubber is crap. Keep in mind stuff labeled made in North America can have a ton of “world supplied” parts inside them.
I think we have it narrowed down to the original coil not working with the new electronic ignition. I'm going to try the coil off my Cordoba here shortly! I appreciate the suggestions though.
Love watching and listening! Happy New year from Florida!
Thanks Loren.
As for the start ..charge the battery ..#1 cylinder compression stroke ..top dead center..point rotor to #1 plug wire ..gas ..fire ..boom away she goes ..oh by the way ..have fun ..enjoy the memories you guys are making
Thanks David. Going to try a newer coil first thing in the morning.
Mortske sent me on the last livestream.
Spark, fuel, compression and correct timing.
Blinker fluid, don't forget that.
More spark! Original coil isn't compatible with new ignition. oping to prove that theory in the next video.
Mortske Repair said you where close to 10k. But that’s old news now. Congratulations on 11k and going strong. I subscribed
Thanks Brian
Was looking forward to the first fire up. Can't wait to hear it run.
lol Me too! Thanks for watching Kip.
New Subscriber, Duff Sent Me Over, Via His Handler Mortske . Happy New Year Sir !
Same to you! Thanks for being here
congratulation on surpassing your 10k subscriber goal! I was watching and rooting for you! 😄
I preciate the rootin! Happy New Year Ken.
I came to your channel from mortskes and I love this sort of thing good things take time just teething issues I'm sure
Thanks for coming over Damian.
Hello from Kountze, Texas. Mortske sent me
Thanks Ronnie!
I'd put a new coil on to match the new electronic ignition upgrade, dont know if it will fix the non starting problem but for 40.00 it cant hurt.
Came to that conclusion. That's were we are now. Thanks for the input.
Congrats on 10 K subscribers. Keep at it, Good always triumphs over Evil!
Thanks my friend
At least the distributor is in the right place for you to get at it easier. We don't have that on our Chevys. Is there a key wire to the starter and electronic ign that needs to be energized correctly for the spark? Other than that, I can only think of the timing, but I know you were messing with that. Good luck you will get it going. Happy New Year from Dans Garage NC!!!
I'll be doing a follow up ar to where we went wrong. Thanks for checking it out Dan
Hi Jason. Too bad you couldn’t get the 440 to fire up. I’ve experienced a no start like this due to a bad condenser. I know you swapped out to electronic ignition, you have spark, I saw you get zapped. The engine sounds physically like a timing problem. Good luck troubleshooting. Big Al.
Thanks Big Al!
Can't really tell, do you have the firing order set for counter clockwise rotation?
I didn't at the time of this video, but I do now. One of those middle of the night things that make you want to get up and go fix at 3am. lol
That sure is a good looking engine.
Thanks Martin.
Great attempt 👏 👍 👌 😀
This gave me flashbacks to my starting issues on the Fairmont
Sorry if this caused emotional damage!
i think you need more engine bay shes a little tight. lol. ya dodges and their ballast resistors. ya my head feels the same. cheers guys.
Thanks Nelson.
Either firing order, timing or the ballast resistor.
You may be right! Thanks Dave
Duff sent me!
And you were smart to listen to him. lol
Check firing order old chap on some v8s it's different from the norm. Gary 🇬🇧🇬🇧
Firing order is good. Thanks though!
Your neutral safety is bad .just ground it to the body ..it will turn over by key ..but will also start in gear ..quick fix till you get new switch
Got it!
@@OldeCarrGuy I ran the 67 plymouth with a grounded out switch for 12 years ..I made a pig tail with a grounding end screwed to the firewall right where it plugs into harness ..so after I fixed it ..if ever it happens again I can just unplug from harness and plug in ground
Acting as if two or more wires may be crossed with it spitting out the carburetor. Of course I could be wrong too or the distributor is 180 out just a couple of ideas hope they help
Thanks Aaron
First time here and I’ll be back
Good to hear. Thanks Daniel.
Where’s Duff when you need him, you’re not shouting “Slingshot engage” as you turn the key, all the best going forwards in 2022.
There's the problem! Thanks Robert.
I had a '69 Dodge Charger R/T that was all original with the 440 single four Barrel carb. I know ever time it got flooded, it was very difficult to start. Sometimes if you push the gas pedal to the floor it would start right up. These old Mopars were very finicky and temperamental.
Thanks Merrill. I think we have it all figured out now, but stay tuned to the next 440 video to see what the problem was!
Valve covers are reversed, swap left to right, u need a bottoming tap 3/4 fine thread.
omg justy saw one of these today on the back on a car hauler ut was gold with the black landau
Nice! Thanks for watching.
Don't those Mopars like to kill ballast resistors?
Yes they do! I keep a spare in my Cordoba!
No changed one in thirty yes f driving
Yo Jason do a short video of Grand marquis cold start.
I’ll do one better! I’ll cold start Grand Ma, Black Jack and Jr’s Crown Vic we call Dwayne!
Timing marks must be together when put back together check manual to confirm
Thanks Joseph.
If it were me I would start from scratch as in find tdc on number 1 and go from there. If still popping back and such, as much as it pains me to say it, check the cam timing to crankshaft.
I hear ya! We did manage to get it. The next video shows what we did wrong!
Did you make sure you have the plug wires, right? It's looking good 👍
Funny you say that. As simple as it is to mess up, i did actually have it wired with a clockwise firing order until i clued in with some hints from the comments. Thanks for being here.
Nice car.
It sure is!
I think it's the timing.. I think your turning the distributor too much..maybe turn it in smaller movements.. I don't know..Timing lights still go over my head.. Top dead center is important.
Got it! Thanks Henry!
Dylan sent m, good luck.
Thanks James
I haven't really worked on any Mopar's, but have you checked your plug wire order? Most people act like you are dumba$$ for even mentioning it, but it's simple enough to do!
Hey Jason. We have double checked and triple checked that. But I think we got it now. Stay tuned.