1978 Marathon Barn Find

[Lando]

Lando here....this is my first cart. I took it sight unseen as a "gift" from my uncle. He told me it was a late 80s early 90s. I think it is a 1978 Marathon. It hasn't run in 3-5 years, seat are bad, tires are bad, it's all bad. I think I will see if it runs then decide how much I want to spend, as used carts around KC can be had for around $2000 about 15 years newer.

[Lando]

Weather was nice in KC this weekend and so WE Begin....Changed the fuel lines, removed battery, removed the gas tank. New fuel filter , air filter and spark plug. Fogged the cylinder. Used carb cleaner on carb.

Does anyone have a suggestion on how to clean the fuel tank? Lots of sludge in there. I emptied it and been rinsing with fresh gas, sloshing it around with nails.

Compression test this week when the new battery goes in.

[pachanga90]

You can power-wash it,then put about a cup or so of gas in it,slosh it around and drain,that should remove any remaining water,then set the tank upside-down with the neck at the lowest point for a few hours,just to be safe.

[Lando]

Found my serial# 780517 then II557II Is it really a 1978?

[1fast67]

Yep it looks like a 78.

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[pachanga90]

Is the fuel-tank behind the seat,under the panel?If so,definitely,but from the Numbers..Yes.

[pachanga90]

Just looked at pics again,Yup 78'.But what is that front Suspension?Doesn't look familiar.