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How to get past 300K? Rebuild of engine? 200 1981

posted by  81242DLB21FCA on  Wed Oct 27 08:23 CST 2010
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I bought an '81 back in 1986 with 90k. It did not have the best maintenance record but I drove it till 200k when the AW55 suddenly quit completely. I had the space and means to rebuild and I planned to keep the car forever as a daily commuter. So I decided to do a rebuild as well as replace the trans with an AW70 from the pick and pull. I took the easy but expensive route of buying a 2.3L rebuild kit from IPD. I now have over 300k and have loved every mile. The red block is a great running reliable motor when in good shape. Rebuilding also gives you and opportunity to do many other small things. Some for my model was an engine wiring harness and a lot of rubber parts, flame trap relocation, fix any oil leaks and have a shiny engine compartment.






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