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So for the engine there is no "red flags"? For example the M20's need timing belts. I know S14's (or think at least) use chains so that doesn't apply of course. Is high mileage a problem with these cars in terms of valves, pistons, etc? Do you just need to keep up on the cooling system and oil and call it good? I am most worried about the engine breaking.
- E30, DSM, Golf R, Mazda 3 Skyactiv
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Timing chains guides wear out causing the engine to sound like a diesel. A lot of people replace the tensioner with an S50 unit and it makes the engine quieter, but they do wear out and its expensive to replace the guides and chain. I've seen engines go 200K miles, others just over 100k with lots of track use. Obviously it depends on maintenance and how its been driven. They are not smooth engines, so don't expect it to idle like an M20 or M50. If I were looking at it, I'd see if he's got service history on the engine, and do a compression test. Plugs, wires, ect are not that expensive, but rebuilding a head isn't cheap, bottom end is even more $.
I'm in boulder tomorrow evening and thursday evening if your serious and want someone to look with you. Or you can swing by here and I'll fire mine up to show you what they should sound/drive like.
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On another note
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/2098530712.html
- E30, DSM, Golf R, Mazda 3 Skyactiv
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Originally posted by blefevre View PostDid he say what it needed? His add said it needs some attention, etc.
Originally posted by blefevre View PostOn another note
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/2098530712.html
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Originally posted by blefevre View PostOn another note
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/2098530712.html
Sam... Don't do it!!!!! I need that engine:Dsigpic
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89 mtech2, s50, AR Kit, borgwarner s362, e-85, 15psi... 592whp
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FOUND IT!
No sleep again.... Slammed a beer while brewing coffee... I'm a good person... I swear.
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Originally posted by DTM190"fuck the kangaroo dude, his toilet water swirls the wrong way anyway, plus i never liked crocodile dundee or Steve Irwin and vegemite tastes like shit"
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Don't start with me Roland lol, I have 3 finals on Thursday and one due any time from Yesterday to Sunday.
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Originally posted by DTM190"fuck the kangaroo dude, his toilet water swirls the wrong way anyway, plus i never liked crocodile dundee or Steve Irwin and vegemite tastes like shit"
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