Update on "PPI Results--Big Question"

[astark]

Well, now I personally know the value of a PPI---

Mechanic who serviced the car for 4 years told me car ran strong, no problems. I insisted on PPI with Compression/Leakdown. Results were fine exept for one cylinder (50% Leakdown). Drove car hard, retest: still 50% leakdown!

I am now out the cost of the PPI ($200.) Plus the Cost of a plane ticket from Philly to Florida (on Southeast Airlines $150).

On the other hand...I just saved 4-6K on a upper motor rebuild. I figure that I came out ahead (although there is some disapointment). I guess "my car" is still out there, somewhere (please call or email soon).

Alan

[Rot 911]

Cheap insurance if you ask me!

[vash]

your disappointment probably doesnt come close to the guy with the defective 911 on his hands. nice save!

[pwd72s]

[Beethoven]

Well done, Alan. I know you must be disappointed, but there are plenty of good cars out there. What are you looking for?

[SilverPoly]

Nice work insisting on the PPI regardless of what the mechanic has said about the car. You owe yourself a beer, you just saved yourself a lot of money and headaches. I'm sure your car will be found soon. Good luck.

[astark]

Thanks guys--
Beethoven I'm looking for a clean 87-88 Coupe (no stories).

[scottb]

PPI: $200
Plane ticket to Florida: $150

Peace of mind: PRICELESS.

[imcarthur]

I'm glad you walked, Alan. It's tough, though.

Been there, done that as you know. I'm up to $500 in 2 failed ppi's & counting . . .

Ian