so i did some research on the company selling them. A on the bbb and of course a fair number of complaints as well as a lot of good things. if i cant find a better choice within my range by the time mine gives in ill give them a try. they also said they will back it up with a two year warranty if it doesnt make it.

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84 300sd 2.47 dif 360k
26 mpg needs lots of love
given to me in pitty

89 civic hatchback auto 140k
33mpgs soon to be low to mid 40's
been in the family since mile 1

85 300d with unknown knock. driven over 30k with knock and still going. sold for $800