matthew.c.jennings writes:
> I just purchased a 67 Series V. The previous owner did some minor damage to
> the front of the car back in '92. It sat from that point forward. Prior to
> this he rebuilt the engine and replaced the clutch. As I went to retrieve the
> car from under the boxes and dust in his garage, I was amazed that it started
> and I was able to drive it (after checking all fluids and guages) the short
> distance to it's new home. The car actually drove well, didn't get hot,
> although the brakes were a little stiff at first. My question is, what things
> should I think about refurbishing or rebulding on an alpine that has sat for an
> extended period of time?
Gaskets & seals in the carbs generally don't hold up well to non-use.
They need contact with liquid to stay swelled so they seal properly.
Verify that you don't have leaky carbs, you don't want fuel dripping
onto a hot exhaust manifold!
Both DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluid absorb moisture. You'll definitely
want to flush the clutch and brake hydraulics and refill with fresh
fluid. You might want to consider using DOT 5 (silicone) fluid. DOT
5 is harder to bleed, but it doesn't absorbe moisture and it doesn't
eat paint.
Verify that the rubber fuel and brake lines are in good shape.
For peace of mind, replace the fluid in the transmission and
differential.
Get the tires/wheels aligned & balanced.
Change the oil, oil filter, air filters, and coolant if you have not
already done so. I wouldn't trust the oil pressure guage, have the
oil pressure checked with a known good guage.
As long as there are no bad fluid leaks, you should be ready to roll.
Best of luck,
-- T.J. Higgins tjhiggin(at)ingr.com Huntsville, AL
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