Bringing the 92 RS back from the dead
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Car: 1992 RS
Engine: Vortec Headed 383 9.6:1
Transmission: TKO600
Axle/Gears: 10 Bolt Posi 3.73
Bringing the 92 RS back from the dead
Long story to short, life ran away with me and my RS has been sitting for 7-8 years (outside ). I want to get it back on the road for occasional weekend cruising and what not. What I'd like to know is, are there any areas of concern I need to focus on for repair or replacement of parts from sitting so long?
I've already rebuilt the carb and gotten a new battery. I got excited and started the car up, hadn't heard it since we bought our house in 2008. I've now read I should have pulled plugs and oiled a little before just firing it up after sitting so long and probably changed the oil first. Can't change it now though. Before I make too many more mistakes I wanted to ask you all your thoughts.
My list so far is as follows:
Replace plugs, wires, coolant and oil
Drop fuel tank clean/replace if needed
Fuel Lines and filter clean and replace worn bits
Brake Lines clean clean and replace worn bits
New tires
I'd like to do things right this time rather than hack it together like I did 12 years ago. So any insight or wisdom is appreciated.
I've already rebuilt the carb and gotten a new battery. I got excited and started the car up, hadn't heard it since we bought our house in 2008. I've now read I should have pulled plugs and oiled a little before just firing it up after sitting so long and probably changed the oil first. Can't change it now though. Before I make too many more mistakes I wanted to ask you all your thoughts.
My list so far is as follows:
Replace plugs, wires, coolant and oil
Drop fuel tank clean/replace if needed
Fuel Lines and filter clean and replace worn bits
Brake Lines clean clean and replace worn bits
New tires
I'd like to do things right this time rather than hack it together like I did 12 years ago. So any insight or wisdom is appreciated.
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Re: Bringing the 92 RS back from the dead
What you listed and I would also replace the serpentine belt, check differential fluid, double check the brake calipers as one or more may leak after sitting for so long, replaced brake fluid. If the car is carburetored it may need a rebuild after sitting for so long. Check brake lines all and radiator hoses. Run the heat to see if the heater core leaks. Check brake lights, turn signals and head lights. Check tires for dry rot. Life of a Tire is often quoted at about six years before it starts to deteriorate.
Best wish on getting you RS driving again.
Best wish on getting you RS driving again.
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Car: 1992 RS
Engine: Vortec Headed 383 9.6:1
Transmission: TKO600
Axle/Gears: 10 Bolt Posi 3.73
Re: Bringing the 92 RS back from the dead
What you listed and I would also replace the serpentine belt, check differential fluid, double check the brake calipers as one or more may leak after sitting for so long, replaced brake fluid. If the car is carburetored it may need a rebuild after sitting for so long. Check brake lines all and radiator hoses. Run the heat to see if the heater core leaks. Check brake lights, turn signals and head lights. Check tires for dry rot. Life of a Tire is often quoted at about six years before it starts to deteriorate.
Best wish on getting you RS driving again.
Best wish on getting you RS driving again.
I hadn't considered the differential needing to be checked, the only thing I have really going for me is that the driveline was remarkably fresh when I did park it. Entire driveline had less than 2k miles on it, engine to rear. In light of possible leakage in rear diff is there anything I should consider for my tko600?
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Re: Bringing the 92 RS back from the dead
i would replace all fluids, change all belts/ coolant hoses, clean fuel tank and inspect/ replace all brake hardware at a minimum
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