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speeddreamz · 06-03-2013, 05:59 PM

I've recently convinced my Uncle to finally give up his old 260z that has been sitting in the garage with deflated tires for over 20 years.

I haven't had an opportunity to look at it in details in terms of its condition but I will update the forum as things progress.

Things I know:
Deflated Tires - I will try and re-inflate first otherwise probably opt for a new set of tires/rims

Battery - I know it will need a new battery, any tips here?

Pre-start or start attempt items - assuming I get the first 2 items taken care of, what else do I need to do?

My list so far:
-Drain oil replace fuel filter, replace with oil.
-Prime the oil pump by removing the fuse or the distributor cap (crank engine without any spark)
-Drain Fuel Tank - replace with fresh fuel
-Drain coolant system, replace with new (I assume it won't kill the engine to not have fluids to start up the car.
-Drain and replace transmission fluid
-Test brakes

Oh lastly, my plans for the car:
LS1 Conversion
Rear brake - disc brakes
R200 diff
Wheels/Tires
Suspension being replaced, including bushings at some point.

06-03-2013, 05:59 PM	#1
speeddreamz Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Francisco, California Age: 36 Posts: 1,015 Trader Rating: (0)	74 260z - Garaged over 20 yrs - Help! I've recently convinced my Uncle to finally give up his old 260z that has been sitting in the garage with deflated tires for over 20 years. I haven't had an opportunity to look at it in details in terms of its condition but I will update the forum as things progress. Things I know: Deflated Tires - I will try and re-inflate first otherwise probably opt for a new set of tires/rims Battery - I know it will need a new battery, any tips here? Pre-start or start attempt items - assuming I get the first 2 items taken care of, what else do I need to do? My list so far: -Drain oil replace fuel filter, replace with oil. -Prime the oil pump by removing the fuse or the distributor cap (crank engine without any spark) -Drain Fuel Tank - replace with fresh fuel -Drain coolant system, replace with new (I assume it won't kill the engine to not have fluids to start up the car. -Drain and replace transmission fluid -Test brakes Oh lastly, my plans for the car: LS1 Conversion Rear brake - disc brakes R200 diff Wheels/Tires Suspension being replaced, including bushings at some point.