[T2] Proud new owner

[Dave Gillingham]

Jules gave you excellent advice.  I would consider replacing the rubber brake lines, and and FOR SURE replace the rubber fuel line where it penetrates the engine fire wall.

It is was me, I think I would also consider draining (and replacing with new) the gas in the carb(s) and gas tank, and installing new fuel filter(s) for any crud that may have accumulated in the gas tank.  I would also remove the spark plugs and spray some light oil in each cylinder and crank engine for a few seconds.  New gas, replace the plugs and hope for the best :)

Dave Gillingham
Owner/Broker
Coronado Island Realty
O: 619-435-0145 x 103
M: 619-992-5318



> On Jan 7, 2015, at 10:17 AM, ka1dza <ka1dza at verizon.net> wrote:
> 
> Hi all. I'm the proud new owner of a 1971 bus. It has been sitting for about 4 years. I checked the oil and its so clean I can see the dipstick through the oil.
> 
> What should I do in order to start the engine? I want get it fired up and get it out of its present location ASAP. I don't know the size of the engine, etc.
> 
> I'm still in the process of restoring my beetle and '78 Westy, but I miss driving an old VW.
> 
> My autistic son has already named him "Myles."
> 
> Thanks for any help.
> 
> 
> Bob Pratt
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