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Old 03-08-2011, 09:12 PM   #2
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Re: car sitting for 2 years

Please give us the make and model of car. Older cars with carburetors are much more difficult to get running after a long sit.

Get the car towed to a mechanic. If it's been sitting out doors undriven for 2 years, you should expect your brakes need servicing. The drums/rotors will be very rusty. The calipers and wheel cylinders may be seized/rusty/leaking. So chances are your car is unsafe to drive until you get it thoroughly serviced.

Also, a 1/4 tank is bad news when stored a long time. The airspace in the tank and the length of time allows for condensation, evaporation, fuel separation etc to occur, all of which are bad. It's probably a good idea to remove the tank and flush it out. Gasoline is flammable and dangerous, so this is best left to a pro.

Also, read this thread for some tips on long-term storage:

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...d.php?t=969475
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