storing an engine..

[Retro-gone.]

i want to keep my original 1600 pinto just incase one day i want to use it, its all complete so how should i store it? oil down the plug holes? leave oil in the sump? any tips?

may be years till i need it..

[mk2dk]

Hi Retroglam73. In my opinon the best way is to change the oil and filter while the engine still is in the car, and run it a couple of minutes, then a little oil down the plugholes. If it is already on the floor I would still change the oil and leave the fresh oil in the sump, and a little down the plugholes, and turn it a couple of rounds. Old oil contains acid from condensation etc. and that can be a little harsh on bearingshells. Hope this makes any sense ....

[Retro-gone.]

yep makes good sense, the oil and filter are only 100 miles old