Water damage
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2015
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From: Mesquite NV
Let it dry out completely before even trying to start it. Also, although it should be a closed system, I would also change the oil & filter before trying to start it. If it starts and runs with no electrical or other issues great. If it does have issues, it will depend on what they are and how much your friend wants to spend to try and repair them. Another consideration is mold and other issues (smells) in/from the carpet and paddings. At a minimum, I would remove them, replace the padding and steam clean the carpet (or replace it as well). If the water got into the seat foam, I would also consider replacing it as well. IMO, beyond the potential mechanical & electrical issues, my biggest concerns would be the mold and other health issues that could arise from contaminated flood water; some can be highly toxic.
Best of luck to your friend
Last edited by Welker1; Sep 4, 2017 at 11:18 PM.
Race Director
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From: Phoenix area, AZ
As others said, dry the electronics well before trying to start the car, and I would strongly suggest he replace all of the carpet, as well as the seat foam and the leather if the seats got wet as well. The flood waters are full of raw sewage and chemicals, and are considered toxic.
