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10-14-2009
could use some advice from you guys - i have a chance to pick up a black gt for around $400 and in great shape. the prob is that one of the valves broke off and seized the motor - that's what the owner told me.
what can i expect? replace the whole engine or might i get lucky and need only a new head? i want the car regardless...just a question of convincing the old lady.
10-15-2009
well, only way to tell is taking it apart and going form there. how many miles on the thing? If it is high mileage might consider getting a used one iwth low miles and rebuild that one and have a fresh low mileage motor.
10-15-2009
the engine has around 151k miles. i hear that's quite a bit for a domestic but i want it as a project anyways...i guess i'll find out how bad it is
how much of damage can a loose valve cause? any more than some scratching?
10-15-2009
151k is not a lot for a 3800. in fact, it happens all the time. if he really dropped a valve there is piston and cylinder damage so youll either need a rebuild or a new motor. i would suggest a new motor just for your ease.
10-15-2009
I'd do it and drop a used motor in. Figure at the most the motor costs you around $500 and you have a good car that's worth more.
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