| hitman912 | -- 12-22-2009 @ 11:47 PM |
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It's a bit of a project, but nothing too major. It had been sitting for two years, so I rebuilt the carb and got new plugs and filters and charged the battery. Anything else I should do besides drain and put new fluid in? Any tips on problem areas? Thanks! --- ---
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| jaxV8carz | -- 12-23-2009 @ 5:48 AM |
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| supereal | -- 12-23-2009 @ 10:29 AM |
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Be sure the engine is loose enough to start by squirting a small amount of oil into each cylinder, an then turning the engine over to spread it. I'm not a great fan of starting long stored engines before dropping the oil pan to look for ancient sludge, and opening the valve chamber, for the same purpose. At least, pull all the spark plugs, and crank the engine enough to pump fresh oil into the galleries and the bearings. Today, there are "high mileage" oils that contain an additive to soften and swell seals that may be of value. Many cars sat for a long time because they failed or began to fail, so don't be surprised if you find problems. Many old engines have been damaged by overeager efforts to see if they will start and run.
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| hitman912 | -- 12-23-2009 @ 11:38 AM |
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Yea good idea on getting the sludge out. My neighbor is coming over later so we get all that old, nasty stuff out.
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| stevep | -- 12-23-2009 @ 12:44 PM |
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you need to look at all the rubber parts around the engine, hoses, fan belts, etc.Take a look at the tires for cracks also. When you get it started be sure not to go above idle until the engine has warmed up. Lots of engine parts (bearing, etc.)will be dry when the engine is first started. Good idea to have a fire extengisher close by.
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