How long can an engine sit untouched?
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How long can an engine sit untouched? I am going to check out a LT1 engine to replace the one I fried in my 97SS. The engine has been in storage for 4 years. It has 45k miles and it ran strong before stored. Should it still be in running condition after it has been sitting untouched for so long? Thanks for your help.
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It's 700 for a complete LT1, intake to oil pan and all accessories w/ 45k miles on the clock. I have seen pics and it looks real clean. I am going to check it out next thursday and try to be as thorough as I can.
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Ok, I talked to the seller again and he says that he has put wd40 and oil in the cylinders atleast once a year and that the engine was sealed in a plastic bag. Things aren't as bad as I thought. I'm still going to check it out thoroughly.
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sounds pretty good. i mean im sure he had the intent of either using it, or selling it, so he probably didnt just leave it sitting on the side of his house. i know i would take care of something like that
