Re: Start up preparation (archive)

pull the plugs and shoot some ATF or other lube in the cylinders. I used a piece of aquarium tubing, taped to a bit or wire, to "find" the spark plug hole, then blew in the ATF.

crank till the oil telltale light goes out.

Replace plugs, connect wires, and start it up.

Your clutch and/brakes may have become one with the flywheel/rotors. You'll must have to rock the car until they free up.

I would be very cautious about the condition/useability of the clutch, and more so the brakes, until I had gently tested both BEFORE going onto a public road.

I live 'way up on a steep hill. When I do brakes on my or someone else's car, I tell 'em take off and test UPHILL. Then you know you'll stop. Also remember there's always the hand brake, but it makes a poor anchor for a fast moving car.

And, of course, rust. Say no more.

HTH
Charlie

Follow Ups:

Re: Start up preparation Bob 14:09 8/20/2001 (2)
- Thank you Bob and Charlie... very helpful laldog 19:11 8/20/2001 (1)
  - One warning: Bob 00:44 8/21/2001 (0)

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