Car sitting for 5 years

Enzob007

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Hey everyone, I have a 95 mustang gt that has been sitting in a garage for 5 years. What do I need to do before I can drive it? I’ve gotten rid of the old gas, and plan on changing the oil, oil filter, fuel filter, coolant, and the tires. Anything else that I need to do or not do?
 

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LUBE!! I'd pull the valve covers and squirt some oil on the rockers as an added layer of prevention. I'd also remove the distributor and prime the oil system with a drill prior to starting the engine. Change the pre-filter/strainer in the fuel tank too. Inspect all the vacuum lines, they like to deteriorate over time and will plague you with issues until you get them replaced.
 

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White95 handed it to you straight. Sort of seems over kill, but he's right. Lube it up good man. Ask questions cause we love to help!!!

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