Knuckledragger
blowing chunks and grabbing porcelain
I know these engines are expected to last forever, but after a zillion miles they will need to be refreshed. Has anyone done a complete rebuild, and are there any really expensive parts to it? Outside of the turbo, I would not expect any surprises. But I do not own one yet, and want to be prepared.
I have heard the praises of the ALH sung here and am proficient in the mechanics of a rebuild, but am not well educated in the electronics. Once the mechanical stuff is fresh, I would expect nothing special to do with the electrics. Or am I wrong?
Is the IP completely electric, or are there replaceable mechanical parts?
I have seen plenty of these cars that are clean, have good interiors and are not beat up, but have about 300k miles. The prices are pretty inexpensive, so adding a rebuild might be a cost effective way to get high MPG without paying for a new car. I welcome thoughts and cautions.
I have heard the praises of the ALH sung here and am proficient in the mechanics of a rebuild, but am not well educated in the electronics. Once the mechanical stuff is fresh, I would expect nothing special to do with the electrics. Or am I wrong?
Is the IP completely electric, or are there replaceable mechanical parts?
I have seen plenty of these cars that are clean, have good interiors and are not beat up, but have about 300k miles. The prices are pretty inexpensive, so adding a rebuild might be a cost effective way to get high MPG without paying for a new car. I welcome thoughts and cautions.