I approximate 215,000 miles on the car. The odometer only shows 110,000.So how many miles are on the car?
What kind of oil are we talking? Synthetic?!? Right now, year round, I use 6qts 10W-30 Valvoline Max Life....and I would use a good oil, and take better care of it, and most certainly start saving for an engine.
Do you mean I should start saving for an engine now and when I have the money, buy it? Or should I just rebuild it?It will be easier on you to get the engine done before it blows, it sucks when you're not prepared, it happened to me with my Capri, and it can be very frustrating.
I went to sell it for $5500 during the summer. I saw the cash in the guys hand and everything. Since that night, I have never been able to look at it the same ...it's my 2nd baby, and I am full of shame that I almost sold it.Ya don't always realize how much you value something until it's gone.
Yes, you are very correct! As of right now, I am doing daily checks!But this is a good reality check for ya, I'm sure you'll take better care of it from now on.
Is this a synthetic?...I use Royal Purple 10W30, Pro-Long, and change the oil every 5-6k
It was my bearings that were screwed up. I was quoted $615 for the job. I asked them if they'd throw in some 3.73s while they were in there, and at first, they said it'd cost $37.50 more, but then they said they'll do it free of cost. So I went and bought the 3.73s and put them in the back seat. They rebuild the rear-end, using the stock gears, because the gears in the backseat were overlooked. They tore it apart again and put the 3.73s in. I had a mad leak months later. For some reason, they pulled the cost down to $565...which I was kinda weary of....but I'm sure it's the ring and pinion, is that what you had replaced? What did you pay for your rear rebuild, if ya don't mind my asking.
Wow, you really put it to me in a way that I understand. I really appreciate it.Any oil will do, but if it were my car, with that many miles, I would just keep using whatever you're using now. The Royal Purple is a pure synthetic, but it's extremely expensive @ $7.50/quart, what you're using is definitely good enough.
I recommend saving ahead of time for students or young people in general, it's usually much harder to come up with the necessary funds. Although, it really depends how important the car is, is it worth the money, do you have debts already, if you had to, would you get a loan to do it, or do you have plenty of money, and it's really not an issue, ya know. As for the engine, it's really a matter of preference. Some people swear by a rebuilt engine, some swear by a new one, whether from a lower-end company for cheap, 2-2.5k, or a really good one, or even a brand new Ford motor. Myself, I've had two engines rebuilt by hand, and one brand new, and I definitely prefer a hand built engine. But honestly, I would ask around, especially here at Stangnet, and get a lot of opinions and advice, and try to make a good decision based on what you think is best. Rebuilding or replacing an engine is never cheap, and you definitely need a trusty mechanic, for anything ya can't handle yourself. It took me about 2 years to find a really good mechanic, it's nice to have someone you can trust, ya can't put a price on that, I learned the hard way. GL
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