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Will a DG Engine be O.K. - been standing for a few years..
Posted: 04 Apr 2007, 16:05
by violinman
The DG engine in my 1985 Autosleeper went kaput and I've been offered one that's done 44,000 miles from another vehicle. It's been standing in a dry garage for about 6 years but runs O.K. I've seen it running - it sounds good, no leaks or noises but I'm just wondering if there might be any problems because it's been unused for so long . It's had antifreeze in it all the time so I would imagine the head bolts are O.K.........Any advice chaps ?!
Posted: 04 Apr 2007, 16:13
by Mocki
if it sounds ok, it runs ok it isnt leaking fluids, i'd say it ok........
change the oil and filter, after you have let it warm up.
Posted: 04 Apr 2007, 16:25
by violinman
Thanks Mocki.........
Posted: 04 Apr 2007, 18:26
by Dan Wood
I've really abused my 1.9DG over the years (driven it for months with a leaking jacket, driven it 500 miles with the rockers hanging off, driven it with not-quite-right timing) and it's still going.
If it holds oil, holds water, and runs without funny noises I'd say it was a good 'un!
Posted: 04 Apr 2007, 18:38
by wasserleaker
Note to self . . . .
Disregard anything dan wood ever writes on this forum.
Posted: 04 Apr 2007, 21:33
by Dan Wood
wasserleaker wrote:Note to self . . . .
Disregard anything dan wood ever writes on this forum.
...t'is probably best!