Within the next two weeks I will be taking possession of a 1979 RX7 that has approx. 70,000 miles on it. It has been sitting, unstarted for 4+ years in a garage in Des Moines. When it was last driven, it was an unmolested original RX7 in exceptional condition. Not sure what kind of condition it is in now, since it has been sitting that long. I plan to replace all fluids, and perform a basic tune-up (points, plugs, etc.) before attempting to start the car.

Any other suggestions from a knowledgeable group would be helpful. Thanks.

 

Check the FAQ page (https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=281207) about how to get rid of carbon lock. good luck

 

Another Minnesnowta guy! Welcome to the club!
About 24hrs before you fire it up, give it the MMO (marvel mystery oil) treatment.

 

AH! you beat me to it!

 

hehe I win!
welcome to the club

 

Thanks for the excellent info. I have a feeling this forum will come in very handy in the next few months!