Hey guys, I have just purchased a 1981 Morris Mini that hasn't been started in 11 years. engine has oil and everything but when i turn the key i can hear it trying to start but the radiator fan and the belt does not move at all and there is no spark. anyone know what i should change to get the car started. Thanks.

1 reply to this topic
#1
Posted 01 October 2018 - 07:10 AM
#2
Posted 01 October 2018 - 07:31 AM
I'd turn the engine over by hand first, to ensure it turns nicely.
Then have a fully charged, known good battery hooked up. If you're using one that's been sat for 11 years, it'll be knackered.
Then have a fully charged, known good battery hooked up. If you're using one that's been sat for 11 years, it'll be knackered.
Edited by Wiggy, 01 October 2018 - 07:32 AM.
Also tagged with one or more of these keywords: engine
Mini Technical Sections →
Problems, Questions and Technical →
About To Do A Horrible Job - Wish Me Luck And TipsStarted by floormanager , 01 May 2025 ![]() |
|
![]()
|
||
Mini Technical Sections →
Problems, Questions and Technical →
Which Idler Gear Bearing Is Correct?Started by JimmyStinkpickle , 28 Apr 2025 ![]() |
|
![]()
|
||
Mini Technical Sections →
Problems, Questions and Technical →
‘93 Spi Downpipe ReplacementStarted by ShabbyMini , 03 Apr 2025 ![]() |
|
![]()
|
||
Mini Technical Sections →
Problems, Questions and Technical →
93 Italian Job Wont StartStarted by Mattnumber2 , 28 Mar 2025 ![]() |
|
![]()
|
||
Mini Technical Sections →
Problems, Questions and Technical →
NewbieStarted by adenton , 23 Mar 2025 ![]() |
|
![]()
|
1 user(s) are reading this topic
0 members, 1 guests, 0 anonymous users