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Old 01-17-2022, 01:32 AM
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Yeah, that's not blowby! That's a decent working engine! Keep the oil changed, maybe stick some new nozzles in the injectors and have them balanced, but as it is, just drive it. If it makes good power, it'll probably outlast the wheel bearings and every piece of rubber on the car.

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