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Old 11-08-2007, 05:10 PM   #3
NYstang
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Default Re: start after 2 years?

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Originally Posted by bmxmon View Post
I would say an oil change and flush the coolant. Spin the oil pump shaft to get the oil up everywhere. Is there still 2yr old gas in it? That might be bad, unless you put stabill in it, though I dont know if that can last 2yrs either... I wondering if putting some penetrating oil into the cylinders would be a good idea or not, in case of rust between the wall/piston/rings. Might want to see what others recommend as far as that goes.
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Also, it probably wouldnt hurt to change the transmission fluid.
Thanks for the advice. I'll do the oil, coolant, and spin the pump. Yes it has 2yr old gas in it, but very little, it was on or below E when i put it away, ill see if i can get it out and put fresh gas in. I was also wondering about putting penetrating oil in the cylinders, I've seen it done on cars that sat for years or junkers, but didnt know if 2 years would bring about rust or not. I'll check back to see if anyone else has an opinion on that. Thanks for all the advice.
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