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Old 05-06-2005, 02:19 PM
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Re: 1971 Nova engine not started in 20 years

If you like the rest of the car just make sure to include the cost of a rebuild or new engine in the price your willing to pay for it. Then try starting it after first oiling the cylinders and turning it over several times by hand. Many people recommend using auto trans fluid for this. You'll also want to change the oil and spin the oil pump with a drill before trying to turn it. It probably won't run great but it may be good enough to drive for a while and decide what you want to do for a new motor. After all you really don't know how well it ran before. As for the carb I would just degunk it real good with carb cleaner and go for it.
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