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Old May 30, 2019 | 02:57 AM
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New Guy From Austin TX Trying to restore an evo 8


Had a family member fall iLL trying to back his evo back 2 life so he can daily it....
Needs few interior components and to clean the gas hopefully nothing else major...
I do know she has a shep stage 1 tranny & transfer case
I've already drained fuel and purchased a new fuel pump.

Should I also replace the drivetrain fluids as the car hasn't been moved in 3 plus years.
I of course plan on changing oil and other easy stuff. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
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Old May 30, 2019 | 05:26 AM
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Hi and welcome to Evom!

I'm going to move your post to a tech forum for help. Good luck with bringing her back to life!

Bob
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Old May 30, 2019 | 05:43 AM
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Hello and welcome @goodnevoguy

Yes, unless you know the maintenance history on the drivetrain, replacing the fluids is inexpensive insurance (engine oil, transfer case oil, trans oil & the rear diff)

We moved your thread to the project forum, so please add photos as you clean this up.

Any questions, let me know

Joe (EvO 9 Owner)
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Old May 30, 2019 | 06:55 AM
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Thanks Joe

So far I've given the tank a good scrubbing and purchased a new walbro 255 as it was corroded
Do you think I should go OEM fluids?
maybe I'll Call sHep later and ask for advice.
So much anxiety about turning the key when the new pump gets here
Anything else I should look out for b4 starting her up, mainly just want get her running again
I do know my cousin has been sick about 3-4 years so the car has sat a long time.
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Old May 30, 2019 | 08:40 AM
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Ive used the Road Race Eng recommended oils which differ a bit from Jack Trans

Here are Jacks recommended oils here: https://www.jackstransmissions.com/b...ecommendations
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Old May 30, 2019 | 01:17 PM
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Welcome! Good luck with the start up
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Old May 31, 2019 | 01:37 AM
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Couldn't sleep & can't wash ur car outside @ 3am without looking like a weirdo lol

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