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I agree it's a pity. We'll see how I go when I get back to the farm in March. @Joachim I'm not sure if this is the correct place (or if I should begin a new post under UR1), to ask for basic advice on what steps to take initially (to do no harm) given it's sat so long. I was thinking:
Drain the fuel from tank, lines, injector pump, filters etc. (I'll have to learn how, search the forum). Should I remove injectors initially?
Check the engine oil is ok to begin. I am conscious of causing damage to dry/ceased parts. Should I get something into the cylinders and/or other parts to soak/lubricate before turning over?
Check radiator, fluid and hoses.
Check air filter and intake is clear.
New battery and check electrics (we have mice/rat problems sometimes).
Get it primed with diesel (I see there are posts on how to do this).
Try to turn over, see what happens and go from there.
I understand the injector pump had issues before being parked, it was towed into the paddock. I know it doesn't have brakes.
I have no idea what else does and doesn't work, but need to get it running first. Everything will need to be worked through.
I only have Level 1 forum access atm, but I have found manuals online.
Pleased to hear people's suggestions and advice.
Cheers.
Check the engine oil is ok to begin. I am conscious of causing damage to dry/ceased parts. Should I get something into the cylinders and/or other parts to soak/lubricate before turning over?
A good idea can be to start the engine first without hand throttle at bottom (off), so the enging can pump oil but dont start. Do so for 2 times around 5 seconds and between lat the starter cool down a bit. After that a first start cann be much safer...
you can try to remove most of fuses, and only let stuck the realy needed one or buy a battery master switch to fasten switch off the battery if its needed.