Shawn,
Now aren't you ashamed of yourself. You stole that car! I truly hope
you kissed the seller before leaving.
Congratulations
Joe Curry
Shawn Mann wrote:
>
> Listers,
>
> It seems that the past weekend was a good one for many of us. Although
> it took a little while, today I purchased from a coworker a 1970 TR6
> that I had asked for advice on a while back.
>
> The pertinent details:
>
> 140K miles or so
> engine rebuilt professionally approx 10K mi ago
> one owner, California car (confirmed)
> owner garaged it in 1984, started once or twice since, but not driven
> very tatty interior and top
> hardtop, that needs restoration
> tonneau in good condition
> excellent body, w/salvageble paint
> NO rust
> never crashed
>
> Needs some TLC, but shows nothing but promise
>
> Purchase price: $700
>
> I did a lot of research, and know that I got a great car with potential
> for a great price, but I have some important questions.
>
> The owner garaged the car without any storage preparation, and it hasn't
> been run in 10 years or so, so what do I need to do to prep the engine,
> fuel system and cooling system (aside from changing all of the fluids)
> before I try to start the sucker up?
>
> TIA,
> Shawn
>
> 70 TR6
> 79 Spitfire
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