One more newbie input request!

[Note Bleu]

Wasn't sure whether I should've just added this to my last thread, so again sorry if I am becoming a pain! If I do decide to purchase her, (66 inline-six cyl) which I am 90% sure I will now especially after viewing this forum, what do you guys reccomend that I do in terms of tuneup/maintenance type things? I know this must be asked quite a bit, but I've read so many different things, (most of which go way over my head). I have no mechanical knowledge, but my friend and I would like to learn and try doing it ourselves. The car has been sitting for a little over 2 years, but we were able to get her over here after charging the battery.


From what I gather, these things should definitely be done:
-replace gas
-replace oil
-replace spark plugs
-replace filter...(air, fuel, transmission, oil? not sure how many or if some of those are the same)
-check tires

If you're still reading, I really appreciate it. as you can tell I'm quite obssessive/compulsive.

What about replacing brake, coolant, and transmission fluids? Am I missing anything? I would love to hear as many of your inputs as possible, and to those willing to put up with walking a complete newbie through the basics, I am foerever grateful!

 

[2+2GT]

Absolutely replace all the fluids. Even if they were replaced 5 minutes before it was stored, they're getting old. I'd bet they're older than that. Brake fluid, in particular, tends to absorb moisture, which corrodes the brakes internally.

 

[CarFreakGT]

Just a note, OP. Keep an eye on your fuel pump. When I bought my 68, it had been sitting for (at least) 3 years. Upon start-up, I saw (and smelled!) fuel. The old gas had eroded the diaphragm on the fuel pump. If we hadn't caught it, it could have been disaster!

 

[Note Bleu]

Will do with the fluids

I'm glad you got lucky with your 68! So you think you guys could give me some sort of checklist?

 

[tx65coupe]

I'll add this. If it has been sitting for a long time, inspect the inside of the gas tank. It may be nasty inside. If it is, just replace it. Thats better than sucking up all the crud into the rest of the fuel system. Also, if there is crud in there blow/rinse out the fuel line.

 

[CarFreakGT]

I'll add this. If it has been sitting for a long time, inspect the inside of the gas tank. It may be nasty inside. If it is, just replace it. Thats better than sucking up all the crud into the rest of the fuel system. Also, if there is crud in there blow/rinse out the fuel line.

Good point, 65. I thought of this after I posted last night. I have a new tank for mine. Haven't put it in yet, as it's not on the road right now. I may just replace the fuel lines, too.

NOTE BLEU--you can pick up a new tank for ~$100 if IIRC. And, in case you're wondering, the top of the gas tank actually IS the floor of your trunk (assuming it's the same as my 68). If you get a new one, decide if you want it with or without a drain plug, as I believe you can get it either way.