Just bought a 96 LS 4dr 4x4

[99TrackerConv]

We just bought a 96 LS 4dr 4x4 w/150K for $2000 froma family friend, and I finally got to check it out a little bit better tonight. Please answer my questions, Thanks Mike

1. Sludgey Rad. Fluid--- Do I need to use the Dextron3 or can I use the new ready mixed stuff? I'm gonna flush it before I do anything though.

2. Dark Murky Brake Fluid--- Suck out the old and put new in the holder, then bleed untill they all come out clean right?

3. Needs a Air filter--- New paper or go with a K&N or cone?

4. Oil Change--- 4.5 qts? I got 10W30 cause thats what AutoZone recomended for over 150K engines

5. Cracked Washer fluid container- Got one from the junkyard.

ANYTHING ELSE?

[DaveLance]

This should get you started. Oh, and welcome to the forum.

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...d.php?t=496966

[mike2004tct]

If you're going to flush it, go with the pre-mixed stuff. It's half the price of Death-cool.

For the amount of miles, My choice would be paper filter, but again, that's just my opinion.

Changing the plugs would top my list, along with a new PCV unit and a fuel filter for good measure.

Good luck to you, and Welcome.

[mvee61]

Flush the radiator, replace with the DexCool, and replace the stock radiator cap with an aftermarket cap from Stant. If you plan to replace the stock air filter with a K&N, make sure that it isn't too heavily pre-oiled. Sometimes
the excess air filter oil can gum up your mass airflow sensor. Periodically check for excess oil in the airflow tube that connects to the filter box.