engine un-used for some time...

[s00045732]

I have a sr20 redtop here that im fitting to my cam atm, the engine hasnt been running now for 2years; is there anything i should do before firing it up again other than the usual oil plugs and turning it over etc.

should i look at doing the big end bearing and head gasket or is there any real need?

the engine was running fine before and its not fitted to the car yet if that makes any odds

any helpful comments welcome

[Kruizer]

Has it been in a damp area ? I dunno if it would be a problem for you but I had piston rings rust to the cylinder walls in a mini due to the carb taking in moisture...

[s00045732]

wel its been in a hay shed to be honest with ya, its always been dry but the front of the shed is open if that makes sense?

[Kruizer]

Dunno lad, just speaking from experience but I'd say you'll be grand, bodyshop kept rolling mine in and out to do work on it...

[paulr5]

By right if its out you should, but if you start with rings and bearings it will prob cost you more than the engine plan ahead but thats worst case tbh,

Take the plugs out get a socket and turn it over by make sure its not seized,
All ye need is fresh oil and filter, leave pugs out when its fitted, wired and plummed up, turn it over leaving the oil return off the turbo (into a bucket) turn it over till fresh oil is coming out, connect it back up, plugs in and fire it up....... Driving it on will clear it up a good bit....

2c

[LAGGER]

Unplug ignitors and turn over until oil pressure is up
then just start it
banging it off the limiter straight away is optional

[peterhouze]

wel its been in a hay shed to be honest with ya, its always been dry but the front of the shed is open if that makes sense?

in the hay shed if only i could lift it myself lol
turn it with a socket or connect the starter and see will it turn seen that done a few times with a sr just give it a good service

[s00045732]

yeah its turning on the crank alrite peter but its nt my shed unless you want a few bales ya can call any time man!

thx lads for that