simon in a 432 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 We've not used the 432 for over 2 months Are there any things (other than the usual checks of oils and water) that need looking at before its started after a long period of non use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 2 months isn't very long, only thing I think you'll find might be a problem is dead batteries. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon in a 432 Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 2 months isn't very long, only thing I think you'll find might be a problem is dead batteries. Chris Thanks, I'm hoping the batteries will be ok as they were put on new last time it was run. On a simular topic how long will diesel in a tank last? It was full to the top when we got it 3 years ago and we've still got some left in the bottom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakey985 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 I wouldn't run it low as there is more chance of contamination, condensation/water building up, that is not diluted by a full fuel tank. Paul Downunder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Seriously after 3 years. Could well be worth a drain, flush and filter change. Get muck in the fuel system could ruin your whole month, or more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtistsRifles Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Seriously after 3 years. Could well be worth a drain, flush and filter change. Get muck in the fuel system could ruin your whole month, or more. I'd second Tony's advice on this. Better a bit of work now in preventative maintenance than a whole heap of grief laden work later.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Back to my old college lecturer. Whenever 'it was all right when we left it' was mentioned he'd come out with 'Good oil and grease is cheaper than repairs'. Never known him to be wrong yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 No need to drain the fuel tanks, that's a waste of fuel, and what are you going to do with the stuff you drain out? There is a collector tank under the floor plates by the back door. Shut off the fuel tap and drain this, if there is water or muck it should be in there. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienFTM Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 We've not used the 432 for over 2 months Are there any things (other than the usual checks of oils and water) that need looking at before its started after a long period of non use? I'd have thought that carrying out a First Parade in accordance with the Servicing Schedule ought to cover eveything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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