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Zanardi |
Feb 11 2007, 07:55 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 11-February 07 From: North Georiga Member No.: 7,527 |
Hey guys. Tonight I put a deposit on my first project car, a 1975 914 2.0. The car has 65,000 original miles with some surface rust and rot on the rear quarter.
The car has been sitting for 3 years without being cranked. Supposedly it ran before it was parked. My first concern is to get running so I can enjoy it a bit. What steps do you recommend on waking this sleeping car up? I'm thinking change the oil, drain the old gas, new battery, plugs and wires. What else? I look forward to all of your advice. I am very much over my head, so this will be a real learning experience. Attached image(s) |
Johny Blackstain |
Feb 11 2007, 09:39 PM
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Walnut Elite Stratocaster player Group: Members Posts: 3,434 Joined: 5-December 06 From: The Shenandoah River Member No.: 7,318 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) Just some thoughts... Take out the plugs & put a little "Marvel Mystery Oil" in the cylinders. Let it sit a while before starting. Also, replace all fuel lines & filters- this is a must unfortunately. Take out the tank & clean it too. New tires, cap, rotor, plug wires, plugs, air/oil filters, points, conderser, oil, gear oil, brake fluid & gas. Lube all linkages & cables. Should clean out the oil screen, take off valve covers & clean, adjust valves & replace gaskets. Check all fuses before putting in new battery. Lube all locks, hinges & handles. Adjust clutch cable. All before starting. I could go on... Good luck & welcome to "The World". (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool_shades.gif)
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