The best thing would be to spin the oil pump after taking out the
distributor but a close second is to remove all the spark plugs disconnect
the distributor lead from the coil and turn the starter over for about 30
seconds after replacing the oil of course.
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "Marko Lahtinen" <lahtinen_marko@yahoo.com.au>
To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2002 4:31 PM
Subject: how to start after months of sitting
> Hi All
>
> My car has sat for nearly 5 months (body off taking
> longer than planned). However, reassembly is going to
> start soon. I would appreciate advice on what steps
> should I take before I start the car for the first
> time after this period of inactivity?
>
> Thanks in anticipation
>
> Marko
> 64 1500 with R16 recently rebuilt (<3000 miles)
> Sydney Australia
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