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Old 01-04-2007, 07:26 PM
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If it were me, I would not just go cranking on the engine after it sat for two years.

The other posts bring up valid points, it would be a good idea to use fresh diesel to start with. I would go ahead and remove each injector or glow plug and squirt in a little marvel mystery oil or ATF. This will make sure you do not shock the rings, by lubricating them before cranking at all. After adding the lube to all the cylinders, I would turn the engine over by hand before trying to start it.

I would only go through these precautionary measures to be sure that you didnt harm the engine in any way. Most likely though, you will be ok without doing this.

Your call, but I would do it.
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