Quote Originally Posted by dbo_texas View Post
Yesterday I had some friends over and even a few folks I didn't know that are just old car heads and wanted to check it out. I followed a checklist for first start that I had put together from a bunch of other posts, and just went down the line. I did forget to pull the cardboard off the radiator on the initial start, but only ran it for a few seconds. We pulled the cardboard for subsequent starts.

My first start checklist: First Start Checklist - FFR Roadster - Darryl

Details:
  • Filled tank with about 3 gallons 93 Octane w/ fuel stabilizer
  • Primed the fuel lines by turning key to on (not START) - this runs the fuel pump for about 1 sec each time (wait 20 sec between cycles so the computer can reset)
  • Checked inertia switch and fuel cut-off switch (ON)
  • Car in neutral and clutch depressed
  • Crank!



Initially there were no leaks on the fuel lines, coolant connections, or power steering (more on this in the next post). It cranked almost immediately as you can see in the video. It was a great experience and a lot of friends and family were there to celebrate. I ended up cranking it a few times, topping up fluids and monitoring gauges each time.

That’s awesome. Whomever was videoing made sure to get the close up expression after start. As nerve racking as it is, nothing like it. Congrats!