using starting handle

Post by **mmjosh** » Wed May 13, 2009 7:22 am

i have been to look at a 1954 morris minor what has stood for 3 years the engine turns freely and was wondering would it be able to start by the handle if the battery is completely dead?

Post by **8009STEVE** » Wed May 13, 2009 7:53 am

If the battery is completly dead, then it will not start. it will need power to the coil to make a spark. Jump lead it.

Post by **mmjosh** » Wed May 13, 2009 9:21 am

ok thanks

Post by **mike.perry** » Wed May 13, 2009 9:48 am

You need enough battery power to light the ignition light. However as the car has been standing you don't know if the coil, condenser etc are still working I would suggest a well charged battery would be advisable.