How to start a car that's been sitting for years - 5 must do steps

How to start a car that's been sitting for years. 5 must do steps before you even think about trying to turn over that barn find.
This particular car hasn't been started in 8 years, but supposedly ran before it sat due to a transmission issue.
Please see this video for the diagnosing of the no start and the Celica's first start: • Car won't start, just ...
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[@shannono8397]

great video, new to your channel, subscribed the first 10 seconds. Really like your style, thank you for such great help!

[@KatiesGarage]

Thank you Shannon. Appreciate the feedback and the sub!

[@ayeem9096]

Wow!!! I have a car thats been sitting 3 years, not driven in 5.5 years. I was just going to check all fluids, gas, clean under hood, jump the battery and crank it up. So glad I found this video. Thanks!

[@johncoldiron6673]

Planning on getting my Father's old 93 mid life crisis Miata back on the road. It was parked in my Barn in 2003. This is just what I needed. Subscribed

[@KatiesGarage]

Thank you!

[@BahnGop]

Get it going???

[@HappyGuy420]

@@BahnGopI am wondering the same !

[@gekkoman4853]

Got my grandpas ‘76 f-100 and it’s been sitting for 25 years I’m finally ready to get her running

[@chrispompano]

Horay!!!!!! You beat me by 1 year on my grandfathers 87 Vette in a storage facility! Its been a bad life fighting the world & getting aniliated & 2 heart attacks. At least I drained the gas in 2001......but I fear the worse with rodent damage.......

[@edflower109]

You said to turn the crankshaft clockwise ,then later said counterclockwise ? Which is it ? Thanks

[@Nanaslegacy]

Whenever we can’t get the tractor started we get out the hammer and start beating the starter works every time 😂

[@KatiesGarage]

I think that's worth a shot! The starter looks pretty gross.

[@shannono8397]

had an 80' corolla wagon that had a "starting" bar to tap starter with :)

[@dannesvanstrom3408]

@@shannono8397 Nice. You also like old cars?

[@dannesvanstrom3408]

So sexy se you do that!😉

[@BUSTRCHERRI]

Lol. Gotta love when the conversation gets creepy after like three messages hey? Guys are idiots.

[@AlanHovious-zp1sb]

First critique I would offer is Do Not wash the engine off with water you are possibly creating more problems with the ignition wiring. Draining the fuel tank and squirting Flogging oil into each cylinder. Meanwhile you could have tested the battery for a good charge or replaced it first. I think check oil level but I wouldn’t waste time and money on an oil change if you’re not sure the engine will turn over and start.

[@LanguidFuzzBeast]

I learned something new today - Stabil fogging oil. Thank you Katie :)

[@Ab_linc]

Thanks so much, my 91 gt convertible has been sitting in a feild for 10 years

[@midnight-xpress1136]

Quick tip, take some 3/8" OD tygon tubing and snake it down into the tank. Take another 2 foot section justinto the fill hole, wrap a shop towel around the hoses and jam that rag in the fillneck to seal. You can blow into the 2 foot section or use compressor air set to 20psi or so to get the gas to start flowing out the siphon tube. Totally keeps you from getting a mouth full of gas.

[@stevejette2329]

Katie - I have watched most of your videos, I think. Finally saw something I disagree with. Water in the engine can happen anytime. If you short out the ignition with a hose and then it won't start, you won't know if it is the water or something else. It didn't look that bad. I would first turn the engine over by hand, If it won't, DON'T BUY IT !! If it makes nasty sounds, also a problem. then look at spark plugs. They tell the real story of the engine. Check for spark while the plug are out. Also check compression. Turn on headlights to check battery charge. Bump starter once. Cosmetic always last. And I WILL be watching till the end. THANKS !

[@chrismartin6427]

Those the do not have the mechanical know how to turn the car over with a breaker bar you can always put it in gear and tow it 10 ft or so

[@11Xshadowolf]

Loved the video my M3 has been sitting without oil in it for 2 years now since i have been doing a ground up restoration on it, not manny videos that show the proper way to start up a motor after sitting

[@liebemacher66]

I just found your channel through another guy's channel and I subscribed. I'm motivated to try to get my 93 gt hatchback running. I bought it brand new June 93 and use to race it in the socal scene in the 90s. I had a prototype turbo, headers and alltrac hood and z3 fender molds made for carbon fiber and then it got pirated cuz I gave up on trying to start a performance shop for celicas lol. It's been sitting in my backyard since 2005 but this channel gave me inspiration to get it running again :)

[@E39Kai]

I'm interested to see if it starts, my car has been sitting under a canopy since 2003 and the car is a 2002. I'm kinda scared to try to start it

[@KatiesGarage]

Welcome! I hope you do get it running. Sounds like a super fun project and these cars are just too much fun :)

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

Was it my channel?

[@chrispompano]

But on a car that hasn't been run after a few years, all those bearings need pre-lubed. Best to look at videos of DYI Engine Pre Luber-Oiler made from a $15 bug insecticide sprayer, & tap into the oil sending unit to pressurize the oil system.

[@G1NZOU]

I have a 1967 Wolseley Hornet that has been sitting for 30 years. Am I right in thinking once I fill it with fresh oil to get it running, there'd be a much shorter period between getting the engine running and the next oil change than usual, just because of the potential for lots of engine crud or corrosion being worked through those first few miles?

[@KatiesGarage]

I would say yes! Good to cycle the oil through and do a change

[@tammiroy0]

I enjoyed your video very much just have a quick question why didn't you check to see if the pulleys an engine was locked up first before changing the oil and getting the gas out of it don't you think that would be the first thing you would do

[@KatiesGarage]

Hi Tammy, yes for most people that would be the case, but the previous owner tried to start the car right before I bought it so I knew the engine wasn't locked.

[@tammiroy0]

@@KatiesGarage okay just asking a question that's all you did not state that on your video and if you did I'm sorry I guess I missed that part but it's nice to see a woman working on their vehicle or vehicles and knowing what they're talking about besides me I'm sorry he probably deal with as much misery that I do with men acting like we're stupid and we don't know what we're talking about good luck with you and your new project hopefully I could get mine done and my project has been for over 15 years it's a Chevrolet Stepside Silverado 94 1500 350 not a Vortec I was so close of having that truck done it's for my son it was supposed to be for his 16th birthday somebody sabotaged it and never got the chance to give it to him but I still have not give up and my son is 22 years old it's thrown to rods out the oil pan and I have not been able to afford a new engine for his truck to give it to him I never got the chance yet I hope and pray one day that I will be able to get the funds to get a new engine to be able to give it to him but it's looking pretty Grim for me but I have not gave up and I will never give up until I don't have no more breath to be able to keep on going to try to do it for my son hopefully that makes any sense it's hard to talk about

[@KatiesGarage]

@@tammiroy0 I wasn't bothered one bit by the question :) Didn't mean for it to come off rude if it did. Hope your project goes well and keep going!

[@tammiroy0]

I am truly sorry I did not realize that was you I was not reading the messages and I hope you take my apology you are not bothering me and I'm truly am sorry I feel like a complete idiot

[@aywall5905]

Additionally you could put a few drops of transmission fluid (AT) into each cylinder just to help compression and to make sure you don't fully destroy your rings. Honestly the BEST THING to do is to spin the oil pump with a small impact wrench ...if you could reach it.

[@chrispompano]

The most intelligent comment here!😁 But on a car that hasn't been run after a few years, all those bearings need pre-lubed. Best to look at videos of DYI Engine Pre Luber-Oiler made from a $15 bug insecticide sprayer, & tap into the oil sending unit to pressurize the oil system.

[@papitosabe]

Why not just use fogging oil, it has a long spray tube attachment ​@chrispompano

[@vagabond734]

I got a 1995 celica gt. I’m changing the brakes now haven’t gotten to getting it to start, wanted to get it to roll first (brakes seized) before i start

[@stevejette2329]

You changed the oil before you knew if it would even start ? Did you look at the dipstick oil first ?

[@balajzubairbajwa773]

Hello Ms Katie I parked my car in my hometown house garage I covered it properly before leaving and I add jack to lift up the car lil bit to maintain the wheels before leaving I close every spot where the insects and Mouses and get in the garage in the first place what should I keep in mind before starting the my Car

[@balajzubairbajwa773]

I also added fuel maintainers left the fuel cleaner inside the glove box so when I come back I have the it available

[@johnclyne6350]

Good teacher. I’m no mechanic. Cleaning the top of the engine was good idea (fire hazard) Drainging fuel? Brilliant! You know the fuel would be garbage anyway. Changing oil. Good move. Trying to spin the motor by hand with fogging oil? Good idea too. I wonder why you didn’t check the easy one? Change the air cleaner. Mice made one nest. Might have made more than one? I’m going to guess this car was another family members car? They bought something nicer & a 2 door coupe doesn’t fit having children? Why 8 years without trying? No solar trickle charger? Not trying to turn it over every month or so? Let it warm up? Put fuel stabilizer in fuel tank?

[@KatiesGarage]

Hi John! Thank you and great questions! Cleaning the air filter is a great idea. This particular car has a short ram air intake so the filter is exposed rather than inside of a housing, so nothing to check there. I saved this car from a trip to the junkyard. I don’t know why the previous owner didn’t try to keep it running, but he didn’t get rid of it sooner because it was sentimental to him as it belonged to his mother before she passed. He did have children and another car that he was working on, so probably a lack of time and motivation. I think we can all relate! I still go out and start it now and again and have been doing little projects. It’s happy in my garage right now.

[@johnclyne6350]

@@KatiesGarage That’s awesome you rescued his mother’s old car from the scrap yard. Quite the story. If he had kids & a busy life while working on another car? I could see it getting pushed around to the corner of his lot. I think I would have done more than him though because you know stuff gets in the way even if you have a big yard? To push it rather than starting it is a lot harder? Great video & I thank you for taking time out of your day to answer my question. I live in New England / Connecticut & people leave cars that aren’t getting driven a lot to just sit. Why? I have no idea? If it isn’t worth keeping now why keep it at all? My next door neighbor is really odd. He always keeps some “project car” in his garage while his daily drivers sit outside in the elements? He’s had 2 that he never fixed & they eventually get “sold” or IMO get junked. Then gets another project car that takes up space in his garage. He now has a project inside & a Dodge pick up truck dead in his driveway. That leaves him little space for his other car & guests.

[@stevejette2329]

Ya You did mention to turn the engine over first but you saved it to last. And if it is a manual trans, just put it in a higher gear and push the car a foot forward or back.. Thanks for the video !

[@treshawnbozeman5314]

Was u able to start it

[@coachturnbull]

I love the All Trac in the background! :)

[@KatiesGarage]

Thanks!

[@joeneri150]

I am currently learning this as I trying bring 87 Lincoln back to life. Question. Will my car start to act up a soon I start to take it out on the road? Because mine doesn't move when I press the accelerator and pulls when I let go, and I hear a clunking metal underneath the car.

[@KatiesGarage]

Hi Joe, this is just the beginning of getting a car back on the road. All of the fluids, belts, hoses, sometimes tires will need to be replaced and a safety check done before its road ready. Axles and brakes should be inspected too. Good luck on your project! Hope you get it back on the road soon

[@balajisubramanian6776]

Even the car Honda Civic 2010 sitting in 2 Years. Also with Winter session. Pl suggest what needs to do.

[@Sswervyy]

There are 5 main things to get an engine to start. 1. fuel 2. air 3. spark 4. compression 5. timing of course changing the fluids is also very important and you did do that very well... but there are also quite a few things that i didnt see you do or check in the video. 1. since the starter didnt even turn it could be because of either the starter itself, a bad ignition system (distributor), or there could be a blown fuse in the fuse box so its always good to make sure you have good fuses. 2. once it does start to turn but doesnt start, make sure that fuel is getting into the cylinders with good fuel pressure, the air filter isnt clogged up with crap, the spark plugs are good, there arent any cracks in the engine or huge leaks that could affect the compression (you can get a compression tester kit for like 30-40$), and that the timing belt on put on correctly because belts tend to slip and the timing could also be off. 3. after that there should literally be nothing else that could stop your engine from running.

[@KatiesGarage]

Yep had a bad starter relay 👍

[@Sswervyy]

@@KatiesGarage thought so, good thing it was only a small electrical issue.

[@seanmckay3392]

distributor wouldnt stop the engine from turning you dont know ehst your talking about guy

[@mikerosing8202]

Hi Katie

[@EJR20]

If an Audi has been sitting for just under two years with a full tank of gas and I put sta-bil fuel stabilizer in the tank before storage, would I still need to drain the gas? Would some gaskets have dried out such as valve cover gasket, cylinder head gaskets, and all that to a point where they may leak? I had all those gaskets replaced in April 2021 so they only had a couple thousand miles on them before storage. I also wonder if the tires would have developed a flat spot, brand new tires installed in October car sat in January, so also a few thousand miles on the.

[@imzadibeauty]

I have a 2007 cruiser that has been sitting for…5 to 7 years? I’m wondering if it can be fixed up lol. Needs a new battery and tires, drain fuel and such. Whatcha all think? My teen wants to see how this project may go.

[@mattiefattie3895]

Do you really need to vacuum and clean the motor? Would a leaf blower work? Also are we to believe you can't pump the old gas out?

[@KatiesGarage]

It’s something i personally like to do since it was full of spiders and rodent poop. A leaf blower could be a good option if that’s what you have. Not sure about your gas comment as I did siphon the fuel from the tank.

[@gloria4268]

Car been seating for a year, can i put a little charge to the battery. To get it out of park, to push it out of the driveway. Thanks for your response.

[@KatiesGarage]

Should be fine Gloria, but please keep in mind that I'm just a hobby mechanic so I do my best to provide advice within the scope of my knowledge :)

[@nikitachirich7985]

The camera is catching small particulates granules in your video, it is raining or might be radiation affecting the ccd chip ?

[@KatiesGarage]

Yes it was raining

[@2196luc]

Hi Katie, I'm glad i found your channel. Finally a woman! I'm going to be out of the country for 6 months. I just want to know what is that solution i need to add to the gas tank? I can't remember what i added before the last time i went away last year. I'd appreciate yor response soon as I am leaving in a few days. Am 74 years old but I still love my car. Thank you. More power to you.

[@KatiesGarage]

Stabil Fuel Stabilizer will work :) thank you for commenting! And I hope you have a great time while out of the country

[@Hugh_Manitee]

I was waiting for the addendum about pulling the motor over by hand with the spark plugs OUT so you're not turning against engine compression or starting the car inadvertently.

[@theragingcreeper9040]

Step 1: check for rats nest/ Hornets Step 2: change all the fluids Step 3: sad the plugs and points Step 4: connect the battery and pray it does catch fire

[@davidmolina5726]

Hey Katie ! Just saw this video and I'm so impressed on how u handled it! Also what made me laugh a little is I have a Celica and I call it toothless hahaha great video !

[@pierrejeanes]

My car sitting for 10months it won't start, what could be? Before it was perfect, the fuel pump make sounds as normal, checked the sparkplugs , they were dirty with lot of carbon, so I cleaned them, new battery 🔋 , could be the gas evaporated? Because it was almost empty when left

[@SWpurgatory]

I know nothing about any of this. I have a 2012 chrysler 200 that's been sitting for 5 years. We hooked up the jumper cables just to see how much gas was in it & it says empty... should we try to turn it over? I'll have to take it to a mechanic after that, but no one will give me a ballpark figure on getting it going. I'm guessing it'll be a lot cheaper if they don't have to drain the gas tank...

[@KatiesGarage]

Draining the tank is relatively easy so I don’t think it would change the cost that much, but they probably can’t give you a ballpark because they don’t know what it’ll take to get it running and drivable. Too many variables unfortunately

[@SWpurgatory]

@KatiesGarage thx.. we got a new battery & since the tank reads empty, we're gonna put some gas in it & give it a shot. Do you think, being a 2012, that it might work out? It was running perfectly before it was parked & sitting.

[@stevejette2329]

Open the gas cap and let the pressure OUT ? I always thought is was the sound of suction because when the gas leaves the tank, a partial vacuum is created. But you know the gas cap is good after all those years.

[@biggy69beanlicker99]

Good info. It's pretty simple to remove fuel tank, I had a 1990 ford escort and had to bypass the fuel pump on the ecu as well as the safety fuel cut off switch in the boot was giving me shit at random times :P. If not starting an engine for long time then it's best to add a tablespoon of oil to each cylinder with a turkey baster (remove spark plugs first), can add bit of diesel. Turn crank with ratchet or spanner by hand slowly with plugs out. Do slow rotations of the crank hourly then leave over night or a few days, siphon out oil from cylinders, add spark plugs, oil and air filter. Put in gear, rock back and forth Then shes good to start!!!!

[@lawpenner]

If you add 1 Tablespoon of oil per cylinder and you hand crank the engine, how would you "siphon" oil out of your cylinders after that? Have you ever done that before? And siphoned out any meaningful amount of oil? I've whetted my cylinders after they went dry ( from car sitting roo long and I lost compression) by adding 5 ml which is equal to 1 teaspoon which is equal to 1/3 of a Tablespoon... was sufficient

[@biggy69beanlicker99]

@@lawpenner Take plugs out and start by battery, this will ensure most the oil is gone!

[@Mayse88]

I have a 2008 Explorer that has sat for about 3 years. I'm about to go through this process soon. I enjoyed your video, but I am confused about one thing you said... First you said to turn the crank by hand clockwise, then a minute later you said counterclockwise. Which is it? Also, I was told by the guy who sold me the fogging oil that I would need to change the spark plugs afterwards because the plugs would become fouled from the fogging oil. Is that true?

[@KatiesGarage]

On this engine ,2.2 5SFE, it is clockwise! I didn't realize I contradicted myself, thank you for pointing that out. I can't confirm whether or not they will be fouled, but mine worked just fine in this car after I used fogging oil. If it's been sitting for a long time, it wouldn't hurt to change them anyway since they aren't too expensive :)

[@ovedmejia5001]

Great video....I like your patience and the explanation is great better than some guys outhere trying to show off......YOU ARE DOING GREAT 👍 GREAT VID

[@fredericocorrea9814]

Many cars have as spring at the bottom of the fill neck that stops you from getting into the tank. You can also get the gas out of the tank directly. It is usually more involved but it's worth it not to have your vehicle smell like gas. A time up is also the way to go as most all of the fluids are probably bad. Break fluid, antifreeze, power steering. Also power steering lines usually go bad because they are usually made of rubber and the oil is corrosive

[@pamallen4516]

REALLY liked her video...thanks...I've a great 2001 Honda Accord ,; unfortunately I gave up driving since Covid began...arggghh!! Ready to bring it back to LIFE!

[@takumifujiwara9896]

Omg I have a 2007 honda accord that’s been sitting since around Covid began too 😂

[@takumifujiwara9896]

Please lmk if there’s anything I should look out for

[@Ultra-Collector]

How important is removing the gas? Can i skip this step?

[@KatiesGarage]

Depends on how long it’s been sitting. If it’s old it won’t ignite well and there may be corrosion that you pump into your fuel system.

[@dntlss]

If you have a car specially a old one sitting for a long time with ethanol in it, the pump more than likely and the tank (if its metal) will be toast,when you park a car and you know its gonna be parked a long time there is a product called "Stabil" i believe and there are others also that will keep your fuel somewhats fresh for a long time in case you need to bring the car back to life but generally you want to get that gas out if you can if its gonna be parked a long time. Gas degrades over time and it turns into "varnish" , it smells really bad and it gets kinda gooey,the best advice you can possibly get is the following, if you have a car that you really love and your gonna keep forever dont use ethanol,most cities and towns in the U.S have a few stations that will sell "real gas", you have to search them out,it will cost you extra, sometimes 50 cents more than what you normally use up to a dollar but in the long run it will save you thousands in repairs. I have a few old Mustangs and after spending about a grand on each replacing the tank,the pump , the sending unit and the injectors because of ethanol usage they have never seen ethanol again (and wont) , i wouldn't put ethanol in a lawn mower but truly new cars are designed to work with that junk,they are fine.

[@z3r067]

@ 8:15 what is that metal device on where the oil filter sits? is it for an oil gauge?? The two cars ive worked on didnt have one from factor. Very interested!

[@KatiesGarage]

I'm not sure what you are talking about to be honest. I don't see anything jumping out at me. Could be a difference in the late version 93 vs an earlier year of the gen?

[@matthewsequoyah2665]

1st you said Clockwise, then you said Counter Clockwise, which is it?

[@viisteist1363]

you could probably check the cylinders with an endoscope first and also soak them with wd40 before turning anything? and maybe also need to flush out the whole fuel system and replace the fuel filter to not get any old gunk into the engine? i used some 3-4 year old yellow petrol on a lawn mower and it basically seized up the rings and also broke its plastic camshaft gears, so u should def just burn the old fuel in a bonfire or smth, which will be much cheaper than buying new parts for the whole engine

[@conanedogawa5461]

I'm thinking of getting a fifth gen. Toyota Celica (currently have a sixth gen. Celica 🥰 ) any specific year I should try looking for in specific and is there compare and contrast to the others years in that same generation? Thanks!

[@KatiesGarage]

Ooo how exciting! If you can find a 92-93 I would definitely go that route since they have the facelift and more features. Also, there were some mechanical improvements made as well over the 90-91. I'm a fan of the GT-S hatch because of the looks(widebody), & the additional features in the interior like power seats, leather option, etc. They are the most difficult to find in good condition though. The GT & GT-S have the larger 2.2 motor and the ST has the smaller 1.6L with less power.

[@barrybasham8837]

I want to see the end results

[@dntlss]

Love your videos Katie,most of these cars in the 90s came with a antisiphoning device in the tank so no matter how hard one tries its not gonna go all the way in, the nice touch is that fuel pump under the seat you mention, most cars have the tank in the back so you have to drop the tank to get to the pump and what happens is everytime a car gets parked for longevity that dam tank is always full lol , having it under the seat is a godsend, some Hondas have a little trapdoor in the trunk where you can access the pump also and take the gas out if one chooses to do so.

[@Eye-it-azz]

Lie, use a hard vinyl tubing to sh!t on the “anti siphoning“

[@ginaconsolini3554]

Great job! I recently got a car that it is a perfect project for me! You give me inspiration, encouragement,& I like your style!

[@KatiesGarage]

Thank you! Hope the project is going well!

[@kylerichardson8559]

Just found this channel after checking what others do for cars that have sat for years. I’ve spent a few years working professionally on cars and thought you’re advice was spot on. I love people breaking stereotypes as well so I’m definitely subbing!

[@KatiesGarage]

Thank you Kyle! I'm no professional, but I try to do as much research as I can before putting a video out there. Thank you for the sub and the compliment!

[@kes933]

trying to buy a 2000 Pontiac gt that been sitting but it drive smooth but been sitting for 3 years

[@BernsteinOmega]

Cool beans! I used that same siphon on my 240 a few months ago. Was only able to used it once before the gasoline ate up the rubber plunger on the inside. Dat Harbor Freight life:-)

[@KatiesGarage]

They're so cheap, it didn't bug me too much haha.

[@CarringtonHollister]

I have a 2002 Volkswagen Passat that has been sitting since 2018 will it still run despite it having no battery

[@KatiesGarage]

With a new battery, possibly

[@Bimmer-Fonz]

Yep, that looks like my cb7 accord engine bay. 10 years since the last service records in 2013 and start up. Just need a starter then we can crank her up!

[@prawnstar9213]

Oof that air filter looks terrible.. I’m guessing you vacuumed the engine bay out before you started working. Have you ever tried to pump oil out of the dipstick with one of those siphon things? I used them to change the oil myself on my Audis and jeeps..can’t do it though when engines don’t have a dipstick obviously.. but it’s awesome cause you don’t have to get under the car and you don’t have to buy a new drain plug. You should change the oil regular style once every 10k but yeah the dip stick drain is pretty sweet when you have a low car

[@kyletissnolthtos8152]

I have a car that been setting for 4 year a 2004 Chrysler PT cruiser

[@kenmastersmaster]

Have a 2016 wrx with 500 miles on it. Been sitting 5 years. Tires are gone to shit. Do you think the engine could be seized? Original synthetic oil and gas.... Almost a new car. Parked in Florida so no extreme weather.

[@KatiesGarage]

I would try to turn the crank by hand first. Should be easy on a Subaru. If it doesn't turn, you have an issue. The only reason why I didn't hand crank this one first is that I knew the previous owner had tried to start it and said it had slow cranked and I had pre-lubricated the cylinders for a week or so with fogging spray.

[@kenmastersmaster]

@@KatiesGarage is a seized engine common? I don't think much air gets in an engine with direct injection. Maybe more common on cars with a carburator?

[@NorceCodine]

Was the engine seized? I am in the same boat, not in the mood to wreck a $100K Jaguar...

[@PressRecordVids]

How did you get rid of the old fuel?

[@KatiesGarage]

I siphoned it directly from the tank, is that what you mean?

[@PressRecordVids]

@@KatiesGarage oh no I meant how did you dispose of bad fuel?

[@KatiesGarage]

@@PressRecordVids Oh I actually still have it, I use a little bit of it in my lawnmower at a time, but we also have a hazardous waste facility here that I take chemicals to like oil, antifreeze, etc.

[@Ultra-Collector]

You mean hand turn the torque side half shaft? Or is what you said the same thing? I’m being serious not sarcastic. Thanks!

[@SinnerSince1962]

Boy, I am in process of doing all of this to an Isuzu Rodeo. I thought it was rough, but not in comparison to the old Celica! You are a brave one fixing that baby up!

[@JUDDLILIHA]

great video ... thank you

[@ericcervantes663]

I needed to watch this so bad. I have a 92 celica the same color. I want to restore it to OEM condition

[@leewitte4700]

Clockwise or counter clockwise? You said both.

[@goldwolf0606]

How many Celica do you have???

[@KatiesGarage]

I am back down to two now. This blue GT-S and my red AllTrac. The black Celica went to a new home since I rarely drove it.

[@goldwolf0606]

@@KatiesGarage been fun watching all your videos! Looking forward to seeing all the new videos! Sad to hear toothless is gone. You did so much work on it. The oil leak was fun to watch you fix. Was hoping to get to see you weld and fix the rust to really heal that car. Do you have pictures of what it looked like when you sold it? You did spray painting but we didn’t get to see the finished product.

[@middleclassbogan9741]

I also have a celica that needs starting after 3 years haha, don't wanna kill a good 3sge

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

Excellent work, Katie!

[@walterpreston4341]

these Celica`s are sleeper classic`s and the value continues to climb higher each year...... 20 year Toyota or more is a classic

[@lowintellecttrash6737]

Honestly Im kinda sad to see prices increase since I wanted one as my first car... But hey, its nice to see them get the recognition they deserve

[@dntlss]

I have never been into the small car thing,always a V8 man but Toyotas are excellent cars,they hold their value and they are just very durable,i would love having one as a daily.

[@shelly936]

New Subscriber here. Question @Katie's Garage Had to park my '02 Camry 1 year ago due to lack of funds (mechanic quoted me $1,800.) Needed timing chain replacement. With only 202k miles on it, want to get it going again. Do you think I'll have to replace all the rubber gaskets like people are telling me? Thank you :)

[@KatiesGarage]

Sorry I missed your question! Probably too late but... If you have leaks definitely replace. I'd recommend replacing them regardless though. It's a good preventative maintenance to do either way due to the amount of labor it takes just to replace the timing chain.

[@gavinmccann9081]

im 11 and i have a triumph spitfire trying to start it

[@stevejette2329]

I hope you disconnected the battery before opening the fuel tank with the electrical connection right there.

[@KatiesGarage]

Battery was dead many many years ago. However, yes the battery was out.

[@wyattandwill12]

Nice! Cool to see a new how to start a sitting car video. Mine hasn’t been driven on the road since in/before May 2016 but I did run it a bit over a year ago. I replaced the head gaskets and it’s almost time to finally get her running after all this time, I’m mainly waiting on my plenum gaskets since the kit I ordered was for the newer 3.1Ls. Thanks for the tip to hand crank, I need to do that once I get oil in it and it’ll help it not be as dry of a start up for sure. My car’s the same way about having to remove the passenger’s side wheel and the fender covers to get to the crankshaft bolt. Assuming the force it took to hand crank it back when I had the heads off was normal (good feeling it was, I was using a 1/2” ratchet), the only red flag I had was that a piston fell back in when I went to hand crank. Hopefully it was just from sitting with the heads off.

[@RealislIntertamentLife]

Cool I have 1# car that been setting For 5 years In crank thing something was wrong with because somebody in my family left at a gestation in i had to pay my lot money to pick it up and storage it away from my family shame I'm glad that it still work under my noise i don't only needed no head ace I need only answer Know I need and detailer.

[@emmettwalker8268]

How about a car that sat 20 years sunk In the ground

[@KatiesGarage]

Do you have something like that? I imagine the rust would be crazy!

[@emmettwalker8268]

@@KatiesGarage the only thing that rusted was the floor pans

[@emmettwalker8268]

And yes I do I'm going to restore it

[@KatiesGarage]

@@emmettwalker8268 Wow that's awesome! What kind of car?

[@emmettwalker8268]

@@KatiesGarage 1992 pontiac firebird gta

[@goldwolf0606]

How come you don’t have a link to theCelicashop.com on every video description? You should make a few “Katie’s Garage” designs, post a vote and see which your subscribers like most. Use that one to make a tshirts and stuff. I want a Katie’s Garage Longsleeve shirt. A picture of you holding a toy Celica 😂 or a picture of you looking like you’re cruising in Cakie!

[@KatiesGarage]

You're the first person that has asked for KG merch haha. I could definitely look in to it. Would be easy enough to add to The Celica Shop :) Thanks for bingeing my content! Appreciate it.

[@Evilpass]

Got a 300zx that's been sitting since 2013 I'm now sub #804

[@andrewdyer8185]

Same situation. Got a 2000 Boxster that’s been sitting since 2013. Did you get it started? What have you done to get it started?

[@Evilpass]

@@andrewdyer8185 well soon it should start I need a battery and it does need fuel injectors because its running on 3 cylinders and needs a new timing belt since it hasn't been changed since 03

[@Evilpass]

@@andrewdyer8185 but it should start up with some starter fluid and a fresh batt

[@KatiesGarage]

Woo hoo! Thanks for subbing! This car is running great now!

[@Mishka305]

great video thank you

[@midnightrun1256]

Did it start?

[@HikaruSorano05]

Hello!, great video. You mentioned in the first oil change "for cleaning" you use a cheap one. Question: do you use the same recommended grade? or a thicker one?. Cheers and thanks!

[@KatiesGarage]

Just used the recommended 10w-30

[@ivanh3943]

Next time use Simple Green all purpose cleaner to clean engine bay area. Results are amazing.

[@KatiesGarage]

Thanks for the suggestion Ivan!

[@fcwaves5826]

Just got a car that hasn’t started in 15 years should be fun

[@sergiodiaz3904]

It's was fun watching thanks for the tips 😜

[@KatiesGarage]

You’re welcome! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Hj61S827]

@@KatiesGarage they are called Safety Squints, when you forget your eye protection.

[@treborterb]

Did you ever actually start this vehicle?

[@KatiesGarage]

I did! In this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWm4hYSZbamZq6s

[@markkrause3569]

Thats' why i don't do a oil change before i know the engine is good and oil does not brake down so bad that you can not even check a engine without a oil change but gas does, so i would flush the fuel lines before trying to start the engine.

[@johnrutledge3892]

Thanks

[@ocelot2234]

Personally I would have bench tested the starter. before trying to start it by the key.

[@rattanack1413]

Why, would you do that. What is it preventing by bench testing before turning the key?

[@LukeTeel]

0:25;Hi, I'm here the "bonus tip".

[@Alexander-tk3ct]

Thanks mom

[@SinnerSince1962]

That air filter must go. It's a crumbling mess and will only get sucked into the engine.

[@KatiesGarage]

Absolutely. It is gone now. I switched back to the OEM air filter box this summer.

[@loogi_if]

Im so glad i discovered your channel. Im in the process of rebuilding my 91 GT-S (same color as yours c: ) that caught on fire a few months back. These videos will be so helpful for me, love the content! 👍

[@KatiesGarage]

Glad I could help!

[@TamaraGrace]

Love your video! I can't compare information seeing how I'm a chick and I have no idea what all the mechanic lingo is. Buttt, glad you were able to put it into perspective for me and other women who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty. 😉 Thanks so much dear!

[@TamaraGrace]

Update: got my fuel pump out, cleaned my tank, and waiting on some fuses before I go to start her back up. She's been parked for a couple years.

[@pamallen4516]

yesss!!!

[@ryaaaaanwhat4072]

Three is no bell 🛎 notification

[@ryanlopez4371]

Having a Car Being "Tuned"U think that tune will still be ok today...years later...

[@stevejette2329]

Harbor Freight sells some really nice pliers for removing (and replacing) hoses. 3 sizes for about $9. I laughed at the idea at first until I used them.

[@mikezeee4871]

Harbor freight sells junk, complete garbage from China.

[@kevinmontoya7318]

That intake is beautiful, restore it

[@kevinmontoya7318]

Manifold I mean.

[@kevinmontoya7318]

Ducting more precisely

[@KatiesGarage]

@@kevinmontoya7318 going to swap it out with some new filters and ducting to the actual fresh air feed :)

[@JustinLodes]

Alice Eve called. She said she wants her face back! 🙂

[@KatiesGarage]

Haha, that is quite the compliment. Thanks!

[@zoruao.508]

.-. it didnt start tho.....

[@KatiesGarage]

Those things happen sometimes :) It starts in the next video.

[@Geoff321]

Are you red seal

[@charlesmulvaney941]

Breaker bar? More like just a ratchet