Reviving a Rusty V4 Engine: Will it Turn Over?

TLDRWe attempt to revive a rusty V4 engine by filling the cylinders with fluid and trying to turn it over. The engine shows signs of movement but is still stuck. We consider using a starter to give it a good jerk. Stay tuned to see if we can bring this engine back to life!

Timestamped Summary

00:23We examine the rusted V4 engine and discuss our plan of action.

00:52We remove the spark plugs and valve cover to assess the condition of the engine.

04:00We try to remove the crank pulley and encounter some difficulties.

06:00We inspect the oil dipstick and find dark and thick oil.

08:15We fill the cylinders with fluid and attempt to turn the engine over.

12:55We try different methods, such as using a ratchet and the transmission, to get the engine to move.

16:50We discuss options for further attempts to revive the engine.

17:58We consider using a starter to give the engine a good jerk.