1963 Other Ford Models starting an old engine

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JUNGLE_VROOM
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Engine Mechanical problem
1963 Other Ford Models 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic alot miles
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Hey guys,
I have an old 1963 ford falcon 250 6 cyl.
I have had it stored for about three years and I have not ever started the engine.
can anyone suggest the steps or a checklist I should go through before starting her up again?
Aug 31, 2008 at 12:32 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there drain the oil & change the filter, pull the plugs and squirt engine oil down each bore, re fill oil & prime filter, crank engine with out plugs until oil pressure is up. check points, leads, cap, rotor, change air & fuel filter. the carby may be full of corrosion so may be lift the top and inspect, or better still o/haul it. change the coolant & thermostat and you should be set for a run.

Mark (mhpautos)
Aug 31, 2008 at 3:31 AM
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