I'm about to acquire a '62 Series IIA 109 5-door SW with 35,000 miles from the original owner. It's on blocks in a garage, hasn't been started in 5 yrs., nor has the engine been hand-cranked in 2 yrs. "because the clutch has seized from lack of use", when the plugs were removed and Marvel oil was introduced to avoid top-end corrosion. Planning to tow it home instead of trying to drive it yet.
Besides new hoses, belts, filters, seals ? (no signs of leaks at present), changing vital fluids, what else should one be watching for in preping this long anticipated acquisition for return to regular use ( a daily 15 mile roundtrip commute in FL) ? Recommendations would be gratefully considered. It seems to be in good condition but I know only too well appearences can be misleading.
Besides new hoses, belts, filters, seals ? (no signs of leaks at present), changing vital fluids, what else should one be watching for in preping this long anticipated acquisition for return to regular use ( a daily 15 mile roundtrip commute in FL) ? Recommendations would be gratefully considered. It seems to be in good condition but I know only too well appearences can be misleading.
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