2000 WS6 that has been sitting a while. What to check immeidately?
07-19-2007, 07:26 PM
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2000 WS6 that has been sitting a while....pics added Bought a WS6 this weekend that only had 5800 miles. It's in near perfect condition!!!
mods so far...k/n drop in, silverstar drl,fogs
coming soon... subframe connectors and more!!!
mods so far...k/n drop in, silverstar drl,fogs
coming soon... subframe connectors and more!!!
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07-19-2007, 10:28 PM
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Change the serpentine belt too. They can harden after sitting a long time and crack once you drive it regularly. It's cheap. And toplessHO is right, I would be concerned about the coolant.
07-20-2007, 08:30 AM
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Don't forget the fuel filter. The element inside can break down over time(especially sitting) and you don't need your fuel system clogged up with debris. Changing fluids is really all you need to do, mostly for 'peace of mind' and getting a fresh start. If the car was garage-kept I wouldn't worry about anything else. If left outside in some tough weather conditions then maybe think about hoses, belts, etc.. My '01 sits a lot (less than 9,000 miles) and everything is perfect under the hood, but it is garage kept and the temp has never been under 40 degrees.
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Great input guys. I had thought of most of those aside from the coolant. Being that it's Saturday I may have no choice but to take it to a dealer about 5 miles away. I'll be in New Jersey and I don't know any shops up there.
It was garaged quite a bit. I will be taking a real good look at it before I drive off of course.
Thanks again!!!
It was garaged quite a bit. I will be taking a real good look at it before I drive off of course.
Thanks again!!!
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Originally Posted by ghardester
Change the serpentine belt too. They can harden after sitting a long time and crack once you drive it regularly. It's cheap. And toplessHO is right, I would be concerned about the coolant.
Which Taylor wires will work on the Ls1. I plan on going to taylors and NGK's almost immediately.
Nest stop after that is the exhaust shop!!!
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Found out yesterday that he's having the oil changed at least, but I'll still change that to get some Mobil 1 in it.
I'll throw some injector cleaner in there and then yank the filter to make sure I get everything out. Plugs and wires after that. Should have pics up by the end of the day.
Thanks again guys.
I'll throw some injector cleaner in there and then yank the filter to make sure I get everything out. Plugs and wires after that. Should have pics up by the end of the day.
Thanks again guys.
07-23-2007, 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted by ORedRoc4
OMG, that thing is a beauty... what did you pay for it? 
-justin
I love it.
Added a Viper alarm/remote start and tinted windows today!!!
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Nice man, congrat's. Red always looks good on a WS6. Pretty cheap too- thats a good deal for the mileage/year, now you have more money for mods.....something of which you will be adding quite regularly on this site- as you already have started. Good purchase!
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Originally Posted by CaMaRo67RS355
change ALL fluids period, belts, plugs, maybe check hoses depending how hot it got were it was kept.
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Inspect the tires carefully. Check carefully on both sides for weatherchecking. That few miles and that long with full pressure and no driving can do nasty things to an otherwise perfect condition tire, depending on storage conditions. Also be alert for any strange movement in the wheel. I've had two "stored tires" throw belts on me after a few thousand, for whatever reason. And don't forget to check the spare, just in case.
Also wouldn't hurt to toss one of those two ounce cans of conditioner in your AC before cranking it up. The various system seals are probably dry as the Mojave desert.
Also wouldn't hurt to toss one of those two ounce cans of conditioner in your AC before cranking it up. The various system seals are probably dry as the Mojave desert.
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Originally Posted by ryanmh1
Inspect the tires carefully. Check carefully on both sides for weatherchecking. That few miles and that long with full pressure and no driving can do nasty things to an otherwise perfect condition tire, depending on storage conditions. Also be alert for any strange movement in the wheel. I've had two "stored tires" throw belts on me after a few thousand, for whatever reason. And don't forget to check the spare, just in case.
Also wouldn't hurt to toss one of those two ounce cans of conditioner in your AC before cranking it up. The various system seals are probably dry as the Mojave desert.
Also wouldn't hurt to toss one of those two ounce cans of conditioner in your AC before cranking it up. The various system seals are probably dry as the Mojave desert.
MOds so far....
Viper alarm
tinted 35%
CORSA on order
SIlverstar fogs and turns signals
Not bad for having it three days!!!
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Originally Posted by MD2000WS6
Great input guys. I had thought of most of those aside from the coolant. Being that it's Saturday I may have no choice but to take it to a dealer about 5 miles away. I'll be in New Jersey and I don't know any shops up there.
It was garaged quite a bit. I will be taking a real good look at it before I drive off of course.
Thanks again!!!
It was garaged quite a bit. I will be taking a real good look at it before I drive off of course.
Thanks again!!!