New to 928 Club - The 1978 Survivor

Good morning, KJ here and I am new to the 928 Family and this Club. My history has been in the Toyota Land Cruiser world but in general have always enjoyed cars. I have recently taken ownership of this 1978 928 with 5,400 miles on it. I am looking for some suggestion on getting it started. My plans are to pull the plug as and drop some oil down the cylinders and let it soak, then hand turn the engine over. Next, install new battery (what do you recommend). Last put in fresh gas and then attempted to fire it up.
Much appreciate any suggestions, I do know a major server error was done about 8-9 years ago and that included a new timing chain. the car is due to arrive in San Antonio by Wednesday

I’m not the best at navigating these forums I hope I've uploaded these pics correctly

I have a question. How long has this car been parked and not used.

I believe the car has been parked and not started or driven for about 5-6 years.

If that is the case then you have a lot to do before you make any attempt to start the engine. After such a long time you need to drain all fluids, change all hoses, filters and belts, fuel tank must be cleaned and most importantly make sure the water pump is not seized up. After you do all that then you can put in a battery and try to start.

I had not thought of the water pump - THANKS MUCH - can do all that!

Wow, what a find!

After removing the spark plugs and squirting oil into the cylinders I suggest hand cranking the engine for a few revolutions prior to attempting to use the starter motor. You can feel if the engine is seized, you don't want to be ruining the starter if it is.

Prior to attempting to start the engine, if the engiene isn't seized and after the fuel system flushed, I suggest priming the fuel system by removing the fuel pump relay and placing a jumper between the 30 and 87 socket positions. Once the pressure is up, look for fuel leaks in all areas. If all is well, next install the fuel pump relay and crank for start.