What should I do to start a 1974 VW bus that hasn't been run in 5 years?

It is a dual carb engine, and the gas has been sitting in there for at least that long. what should i do to make it run and fix it up? I know this is somewhat vague, but I really just need a first starting point.

thanks.What should I do to start a 1974 VW bus that hasn't been run in 5 years?Read "Zits" from about a year ago and do what Hector and Jeremy did.What should I do to start a 1974 VW bus that hasn't been run in 5 years?Set the e-brake, and put the vehicle in neutral. I'd say first check that the engine has not seized up during that period. You should be able to turn it over by hand using large breaker bar and socket on the fan pulley nut. Ensure the fan belt's in good shape and that the alternator/fan assembly turn and are not seized or blocked from turning freely. Ah- check for critters which may have nested in the engine compartment or fan housing. It's a common thing to happen! Check that the points are set properly and that the fuel the engine is to get is clean and not contaminated with water. Use a freshly charged battery and finally, try to start the engine. You may have to prime the carburetor with a little gasoline.

Good luck!What should I do to start a 1974 VW bus that hasn't been run in 5 years?First of all does it spin freely? Meaning that you grasp the base of the fan, and turn it.
If it does, the following needs to be done.
-Drain the fuel tank, and have it cleaned
-Replace the spark plugs, coil and wires
-Change the oil
-Clean the carburetors
-Charge/replace the battery
-Change the fuel filter and air filter
-Fill the cleaned tank with fresh gas

Then again, you may need a charged battery, fresh fuel, and that rig may just start, it has happened.What should I do to start a 1974 VW bus that hasn't been run in 5 years?
Empty the gas from the gas tank, Change the oil, Get a new or god battery, and new air filters. If it dont sart then check the spark plugs and wires and coil