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08-01-2009, 08:29 PM
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^^Rebuilt(?) motor?
See if you can do a compression or leak down test.
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08-05-2009, 06:08 PM
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So, after many false-starts and deals that went away... Finally bought an 83 240D. Drove the 300d. The power is sufficient for me on the 240d. looking for economy not performance. This one has 180k miles, auto trans, manual windows (nice). A/C doesn't work (oh well). Newer tires. Drives well. Trans shifts great. Been sitting for a while but starts right up and no smoke. Needs fluids changed and some minor stuff. Got it for $1200. Based on what else I've looked at, it seems like a good deal.
Looking forward to making the change to WVO!
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08-05-2009, 08:28 PM
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Whoo Hoo!!
Pics when you can.
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08-07-2009, 06:19 PM
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Good news!! A/C works fine. Guy I bought it from didn't know that the knob in the middle had to be rolled to 'C'. Awesome!
Also, it had a vacuum leak on top the valve cover. Hose rotten. (found where to look from searching these forums!) Replaced it (for now) with sprinkler drip line LOL. Is that just standard 1/4" rubber line? I already like driving it! Going to do a compression test on it before spending any $$ on WVO conversion. Ordered the tested from Harbor Freight (also from these forums!). Here are some pics.
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08-07-2009, 06:22 PM
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Nice. I'm jealous.
- Peter.
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2021 Chevrolet Spark Formerly... 2000 GMC Sonoma 1981 240D 4spd stick. 347000 miles. Deceased Feb 14 2021  2002 Kia Rio. Worst crap on four wheels 1981 240D 4spd stick. 389000 miles. 1984 123 200 1979 116 280S 1972 Cadillac Sedan DeVille 1971 108 280S
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08-08-2009, 10:16 PM
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Well, changed out all of the short vacuum lines from that diaphragm on top the valve cover (and got rid of my temp sprinkler drip line...) and now it shifts like butter!
Also, went this AM and changed out the front tires. It had that 'steering wheel wobble' that I checked here on the forums and people suggested it was just the tires. Sure enough! Now, it tracks and drives smooth!!! I love driving this car! My dogs love the back seat! Thanks all!
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