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See I was trying to figure that out. Some sites say cars older than 24 years are exempt and some say cars 1984 and newer have to have a converter. Which is it? Since this is a 1984 model it would possibly need the converter which sucks...
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Ok you guys convinced me, I just made my flight reservation!
My wife is freaking out a little, she is sure I am going to get kidnapped by a rampaging biker gang or something... |
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If the car does need it, then the guy selling it to you might be breaking the law too! Quote:
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Yeah but the car is in Kansas, not Texas. So if it is sold in Kansas without a converter I wonder if they will fail it on inspection in Texas. Not that big of a deal to have one put on I guess, looks like they run about $350 or so.
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Ah ok. Different state. See, Texas is so big you say 450 miles I assume it's the same state!
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I'm always up for an adventure and I've sure had my fair share over the years. One thing I learned along the way that adds to my enjoyment of the experience. Reduce risk!
If the guy that did the ppi was good, have him do some of the stuff you listed as needing to be done. You will need to do it anyway? If it were me I would reduce some of the risk and have the following done before I pick it up. None of it except the tires is all that expensive to fix. Needs cam tensioner hoses (not leaking just looked worn) DO, probably a blow out waiting to happen and sure can't fix that to easily on the road Oil tank hose slight leak; FIX Seeps at oil return tubes; just keep an eye on them. Right outer CV joint needs a clamp: GET A CLAMP AND WORRY ABOUT THE CRAP INSIDE WHEN YOU GET IT HOME. TIRES!!!!! ANYTHING 6 YEARS OLD IS JUNK SITING INSIDE OR OUTSIDE . Bring duct tape! And the best piece of mind is get AAA!!! Then the tow is on them, not you. Have fun and good luck. |
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Was safety only, lights, brakes etc... |
if still on the lift, have them put a clamp on that CV
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Yeah the car is still at the shop so I'm going to see if the current owner minds if I do some maintenance on the car. I'm sure he won't since it is technically still his. :p
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Pull a 9dreizig and get someone else to drive it to your door.
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Where in KS Rick? We don't have emissions testing here, so there's no worry about removing cats. TECHNICALLY I think it's still illegal to remove any emissions control device from your vehicle, per federal law.
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pick a careful route and this could be epic
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For the same reason you're gonna try to get some of that work done, get some new tires... we don't want to hear about one of the rears popping on you at speed and causing you to sideswipe another vehicle... and possibly worse.
It's a false economy to try to save a few bucks by doing the tire thing after you get home. Get new ones in Topeka, make sure things are torqued down to spec, check again after 100 miles, and ride in confidence. |
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If the car is still at the shop, it's a no-brainer to get a little work done there first. I've done that countless times. When's the trip? JR |
Planning for Monday
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Ah, plenty of time to get some tires from the Tire Rack, if you want. The weather forecast looks good, maybe a little chilly.
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I didn't see the part about the tires.
Under no circumstances should you drive above walking pace with such tires. I would replace them before driving. |
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