As you can see from the pictures, this engine isnt too happy right now. I took the bottom end apart and its nicely sized up, so I decided to go the route of a rebuilt engine wich will save me lotsa hasle. The car dosn't look to pretty either right now but while I wait for the funds to collect for the engine im going to start body work (remove all rust - replace all chrome - repaint) and hopfully things will get better! guess I have a new project car now! hmmm now I have to go buy a throw - away car to drive until I can get this one back into shape...( looking at a $150 4X4 toyota wagon - it'll work for a couple weeks i hope!!!!)

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1983 Mercedes 300SD
1987 Mercedes 300SDL
2001 VW Passat 2.8 AWD
2007 OM642 Jeep WK 4x4