[coakguy]

Gents. Just bought a 1983, 944. It had been sitting, in a garage for 3 years with no attention. Bought the car without starting, but was guaranteed it was running fine when it was parked. No records came with the car.
I drained the fuel tank and about a gallon emerged, didn't smell of varnish but didn't smell of good stuff either. I would like to flush the fuel lines to get the nasty old stuff out. Can anybody guide me along the path to success? I am not sure where to or which line to separate at the engine. Do I blow the line with compressed air, or put new fuel in the tank and chase the old gas out? Do I extinguish my cigar before starting?

On another subject, I have seen that a broken timing belt can cause chaos in the engine if it breaks. The car has a shade north of 40,000 miles and seems like it was well taken care of. Is it a job for a weekend mechanic with limited abilities like myself? I've already spent my wad (I also have a 01, 996) and would like to get the car running but can maintain my desires if needed. Thank you in advance for your help.