Corvette c6 FLOOD how to check engine? (Merged)
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Corvette c6 FLOOD how to check engine? (Merged)
i got a c6 flood car, anyone know how i would check the engine for water etc...
could i take off the head?...etc?
i would like to see if theres water in the motor
could i take off the head?...etc?
i would like to see if theres water in the motor
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Corvette c6 FLOOD how to check engine??
i got a 07 c6 flood car, anyone know how i would check the engine for water etc...
could i take off the head?...etc?
i would like to see if theres water in the motor
could i take off the head?...etc?
i would like to see if theres water in the motor
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I don't have a clue -
but if it wee me I would
Take all the plugs out and drain the oil & filter -
Check the oil for water ?
Turn it over "manually" with the starter - check to see if water or
anything came out of the spark plug holes ?
good luck !
but if it wee me I would
Take all the plugs out and drain the oil & filter -
Check the oil for water ?
Turn it over "manually" with the starter - check to see if water or
anything came out of the spark plug holes ?
good luck !
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My guess would be to pull the plugs and try to turn over by hand. Should push out any water. Another thought would be to pull the plugs and use a scope to see inside the cylinders.
If you search the forum you will find posts on folks rebuilding C6 flood cars. They talk about the engine, replacing harnesses and other electrical components. Most of your questions will be answered in those posts.
Edit: I think you posted in one of those older threads. I guess you found them.
Salt water or fresh? How deep? Can you see a water line?
If you search the forum you will find posts on folks rebuilding C6 flood cars. They talk about the engine, replacing harnesses and other electrical components. Most of your questions will be answered in those posts.
Edit: I think you posted in one of those older threads. I guess you found them.
Salt water or fresh? How deep? Can you see a water line?
Last edited by Bluewasp; May 4, 2012 at 07:24 AM.
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This is the submerged car?? Personally, I would disassemble completely unless you received it immediately after flooding and took action to clear out the water and protect the internals from water damage.
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yea i think fully submerged dont know how long id say a long time?? it was mudded everywhere but it didnt seem like salt water not 100% sure but besides taking spark plugs turnin motor by hand nothing?
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