> > "Jaime Kopchinski" wrote: > > > > And the cars I buy are ones that most people > > are terrified of: ones that have sat unused for long > > periods of time. But getting them back into original running > > condition is what I enjoy doing.
> Rick Knoble wrote: > > What needs attention and what should be looked at > when preparing a long sitting auto for return to service? Always be suspicious of the brakes. Fluid will absorb water while sitting, rotors rust, calipers seize. Diesel fuel is usually fine sitting for 5+ years. Be wary of algae and water at the bottom of the tank. Look for rodent nests - and chewed wires and hoses. They will chew places other than their nests, but they do seem to chew more near the nest. Then fire 'em up and drive 'em! -- Philip _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
