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Old 05-10-2010, 06:03 PM
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Re: got new battery for old car, it wont start

You should look at the belts to see what condition they are in. If they look good and don't squeal, I might pass. If you want to have absolute certainty that they are new, change them. The alternator doesn't go bad simply based on age, it goes bad with use. Unless there is a reason to replace it, I'd pass. As far as the diesel, I'd change it. I'm not sure how long it's been sitting, but unless it's less than a 1/3 of a gallon or so, I would NOT risk it. Emptying the tank will be somewhat painful depending on how much fuel is in there and where it's located. If it's nearly empty, you can do it with just one person, if it's full, you'll probably need two people to help you steady it. Dump the old fuel and put new in. Old diesel will gum up your whole fuel system and you'll be in for a much larger job. Trust me, take the two/three hours to do that and know that you've got good fuel. From that point on, you'll always have good new fuel.

Good luck.

Mark
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