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Old 02-22-2007, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by chrisaspencer View Post
It runs like this all the time. I still can't figure out how the tech determined it has a bent valve without pulling off the head?Compression test maybe?I wouldn't think a chain would stretch this far, then bend just one valve, and also keep running.

If you are looking for a project, sounds like a fun toy. Otherwise don't waste your time. Expect worst case always prior to buying a car like this. I remmber looking somewhere online the short block alone is like $6-7k.... Again, sounds like a fun project if you are slightly mechanically inclined.
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