'08 vert need some help
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'08 vert need some help
Hey guys, newbie here with a few questions. I have the opportunity to get an ’08 convertible for a really great price (< $10K). The car has been sitting up in a carport (covered, but not completely sheltered) for at least 5 years. The battery is dead and I believe the fob battery is also. I have not had an opportunity to look closely at the car yet, but will so in the next week or so. There is a medium layer of dirt/grime on the car and looks to be some mildewing on the interior seats.
If both the batteries are dead, how do you get access into the car and under the hood? I intend to get all of the fluids drained and replaced before I try to crank it. What other items should I be looking at that may cause some heartache if not addressed?
If both the batteries are dead, how do you get access into the car and under the hood? I intend to get all of the fluids drained and replaced before I try to crank it. What other items should I be looking at that may cause some heartache if not addressed?
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You may want to use search function on this site & web. The video below May help you.
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Hey guys, newbie here with a few questions. I have the opportunity to get an ’08 convertible for a really great price (< $10K). The car has been sitting up in a carport (covered, but not completely sheltered) for at least 5 years. The battery is dead and I believe the fob battery is also. I have not had an opportunity to look closely at the car yet, but will so in the next week or so. There is a medium layer of dirt/grime on the car and looks to be some mildewing on the interior seats.
If both the batteries are dead, how do you get access into the car and under the hood? I intend to get all of the fluids drained and replaced before I try to crank it. What other items should I be looking at that may cause some heartache if not addressed?
If both the batteries are dead, how do you get access into the car and under the hood? I intend to get all of the fluids drained and replaced before I try to crank it. What other items should I be looking at that may cause some heartache if not addressed?
Melting Slicks
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Do you have the key? There is lock in the back right above the rear license plate. Use the key to unlock/open the trunk. Once open, to the left there is a cable that will open the driver door. Then you can pop the hood.
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Hey guys, newbie here with a few questions. I have the opportunity to get an ’08 convertible for a really great price (< $10K). The car has been sitting up in a carport (covered, but not completely sheltered) for at least 5 years. The battery is dead and I believe the fob battery is also. I have not had an opportunity to look closely at the car yet, but will so in the next week or so. There is a medium layer of dirt/grime on the car and looks to be some mildewing on the interior seats.
If both the batteries are dead, how do you get access into the car and under the hood? I intend to get all of the fluids drained and replaced before I try to crank it. What other items should I be looking at that may cause some heartache if not addressed?
If both the batteries are dead, how do you get access into the car and under the hood? I intend to get all of the fluids drained and replaced before I try to crank it. What other items should I be looking at that may cause some heartache if not addressed?
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In the fob there is a key that will fit in a slot above the license plate. I would spray it first with some WD40 and move it back and forth with more pressure each time(so you don't break it off) till it opens the truck. Once the truck is open you will see a pull cord that will open the drivers door. You are going to have to remove the key to replace the FOB battery anyway. Replace the FOB battery with a 2032 battery and you are good to go. 10K for a 2008 Vert is SWEET...how many miles?
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Be very careful, leaving a car like that to sit in a carport for 5 years means that it was what? 1 year old when they just left it there partially covered. Also, by all means get some sort of car fax report. Sounds like a deal any of us would go for but if it is too good to be true watch out, and good luck. Several good lock lubes out there superior to wd40 that won't attract dirt. Ace hardware carries tri-flow works great in c6 locks.
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Be very careful, leaving a car like that to sit in a carport for 5 years means that it was what? 1 year old when they just left it there partially covered. Also, by all means get some sort of car fax report. Sounds like a deal any of us would go for but if it is too good to be true watch out, and good luck. Several good lock lubes out there superior to wd40 that won't attract dirt. Ace hardware carries tri-flow works great in c6 locks.
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If I was firing up a car that had sat for so many years, in addition to changing all the fluids I would prime the rings. I can't tell you the exact procedure because I've never needed to do it, but it involves pulling the plugs and pouring a small amount of oil in each cylinder, then cranking the engine without fuel or spark for a few revolutions and letting the engine build some oil pressure without combustion forces. Then fire it up. I'd look into it, maybe someone with more experience in that area can advise on whether that would be a wise move.
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If I was firing up a car that had sat for so many years, in addition to changing all the fluids I would prime the rings. I can't tell you the exact procedure because I've never needed to do it, but it involves pulling the plugs and pouring a small amount of oil in each cylinder, then cranking the engine without fuel or spark for a few revolutions and letting the engine build some oil pressure without combustion forces. Then fire it up. I'd look into it, maybe someone with more experience in that area can advise on whether that would be a wise move.
But:
Engine fogger...pull the plugs, spray some in each hole, crank it over, put the plugs in and start.
Fuel stabilizer...pour some in the tank and hope there isn't too much crud in the tank.
Techron...pour some in the tank after running to help clean the fuel sensor.
Injector...aw, hell, get a can of everything and start dumping...
