Starting a 911 that has been sitting

[matt gineo]

New to forum, I just purchased an extremely clean, original rust free 76 911 Targa 2,7 Peru Red with 60,000 mi. It has been stored in a heated garage on stands for 25 years. I was told it was started a few years ago. Any suggestions on what I should do prior to starting and what to look for if it doesn't. I already know about most of the fixes that should be done to address the 2.7 issues, 11 blade fan, remove thermal reactor, chain tensioner upgrade, head bolts etc. also should I remove air conditioner Thanks

[mixer911]

Great looking car.
CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN fuel tank , and lines

[porwolf]

+1 On cleaning tank, changing tank mesh filter, cleaning fuel lines. I had a 79 Sc sitting for 16 years in the garage and old fuel turned into hard glue!

[HarryD]

Very nice looking car. Check these threads and pay close attention to Grady Clays comments.

Post 14 and 15: Spare Motor Storage...What to do

Stored 72T will not start. HELP! Fuel Pump?

first start advice: 72E MFI

[WilShel]

Last July I started my 79 930 after 11 years and I drained the gas and replaced the front fuel pump which had seized. The gas had turned bad and it has also screwed up my fuel gauge sending unit. Since it was sitting on the tires they are also flat spotted. I changed all oils on the car and put in a new battery. It seems to run well but needs more TLC before I trust it. I am also going to change the brake fluid. When I started it for the first time I pulled the fuel pump relays so I could crank it without it starting. Good Luck!! Very Good Looking Car!

[wjfk32]

^^^^^^What he said^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Plus change your fuel lines and fan belt...ASK, how do i know...

Put MMO-Marvel Mystery Oil- Once you get it started...Hopefully your fuel head hasn't gummed up.....Ask how do I know.

Put a little more marvel in..It will start smoking ALOT--kinda scary--but it all goes away in minutes..This stuff works and cheap..

I got my 911SC- 3.3Turbo going after not starting it over 10yrs.

Hopefully your injectors are still good..

Walt

[zippy_gg]

Fuel lines, soft brake lines, and a good check of everything rubber.

[matt gineo]

Thanks for all the tips, I did check out Grady's posts, lots of great info! It looks as if the fuel lines, brake lines, belts, tires should all be replaced. Clean fuel tank, injectors, replace battery, plugs, new fuel, filters, change gear and engine oil, check for spark and fuel delivery, build up oil pressure and hand crank to make sure everything is free. Then spin with starter while ignition is disabled to build up more oil pressure. Connect ignition system and start. If it starts run at low rpm for 30 seconds then shut down and let rest. Repeat and let engine run a bit longer. Should upgrade to Carrera chain tensioner too. Sounds pretty straightforward, wish me luck I'll let you know what happens.

[WMontald]

I want to share my experience with my Porsche 911 T Targa 1970 standing still for 3 years in a Container.

My car has been standing still for 3 years an had some difficulties to get it running again.
- First start attempt : battery charged but at first attempt my left carburetor flooded and could not start engine anymore. Dismantled cleaned and reinstalled carburetor. (could have done it on the car, but decided to remove it)
- Second attempt Carburetor OK but no ignition !! Afraid that my CDI box was broken, but.... it was quite simple contact breaker sticked, after opening them with a screw driver and filing I had ingnition again, simple as that....
Once the engine was running, tried to place it in reverse, but no luck , Clutch sticked.
Managed to get car out of the container, by placing in reverse gear and using starter as motor.
Finally released clutch by jacking up the car on both sides, starting the engine and than using handbrake (with mild RPM) to Block the wheels. The "Clack" noise reassured me and the clutch was free again.
Lessons learned.
Do not store your car for too long time, if you do start it regulary , or first open the Flood chamber screws on your carburetor, and move the Floaters with small screw driver. Use carburetor cleaner to remove any possible dirt.
Set engine so that points remain open during standstill.
And finally keep clutch pressed, to avoid sticking.

Any other hints are welcome....