Okay for motor to sit?
#1
Okay for motor to sit?
I've downed my car to diagnose the sequential issues and to do a vacuum job. That was 6 months ago. Since then I've decided to do the single conversion. I drained the oil a few times because of fuel in the oil but never ran the car for about 6 months. Is this an issue? It's sitting with no coolant or oil.
Should I fill it up with oil and give it a few cranks by hand?
Will the sitting cause any major issues? I forsee another 2 or 3 months of downtime max.
Should I fill it up with oil and give it a few cranks by hand?
Will the sitting cause any major issues? I forsee another 2 or 3 months of downtime max.
#4
Do a barrel roll!
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I think it depends on the environment its in. If its in a garage away from the elements and moisture, I wouldnt really worry about much. If it is somewhere where corrosion can happen quickly or left to the elements then Id be more concerned and take proactive measures like using some fogging oil. I personally would just leave it drained of oil and make sure internal parts stay lubricated with the MMO.
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#5
I think it depends on the environment its in. If its in a garage away from the elements and moisture, I wouldnt really worry about much. If it is somewhere where corrosion can happen quickly or left to the elements then Id be more concerned and take proactive measures like using some fogging oil. I personally would just leave it drained of oil and make sure internal parts stay lubricated with the MMO.
http://www.aaroncake.net/rx-7/storage.htm
http://www.aaroncake.net/rx-7/storage.htm
#7
So added some oil and spun the crank around again. Decided to record the noise. Anyone else think it sounds weak? I know this is not a good way to judge it and not anywhere near as consistent as using the starter to turn the motor but since I had to do it anyways...
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#11
Do a barrel roll!
iTrader: (4)
If your plugs are in you wont be bleeding compression out of the open holes, which is why you arent feeling as much resistance when turning it over by hand. Honestly I think youre worrying a bit too much. If the engine was in good condition when parked and as long as nothing catastrophic is happening to it in the meantime itll be fine.
#12
If your plugs are in you wont be bleeding compression out of the open holes, which is why you arent feeling as much resistance when turning it over by hand. Honestly I think youre worrying a bit too much. If the engine was in good condition when parked and as long as nothing catastrophic is happening to it in the meantime itll be fine.
Alright, thanks guys.
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