Ignition timing.
03-03-2019, 05:46 AM
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O.G. triple O.G.
Re: Ignition timing.
I've seen a lot of "built" motors that have nothing but cheap parts installed and work was half-assed. Money wise...that's a broad subject. Buy from a reputable person/shop so it has some kind of warranty at least.
03-03-2019, 07:08 AM
#5
Re: Ignition timing.
When the "story" is that a used car would run perfect except for one easily fixable problem, you know that isn't true. The seller would have fixed it already, because he'd easily get his time / money back with a higher sale price.
Buying a car that is already modified is almost always a big headache.
Buying a car that is already modified is almost always a big headache.
03-03-2019, 09:47 AM
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Re: Ignition timing.
When the "story" is that a used car would run perfect except for one easily fixable problem, you know that isn't true. The seller would have fixed it already, because he'd easily get his time / money back with a higher sale price.
Buying a car that is already modified is almost always a big headache.
Buying a car that is already modified is almost always a big headache.
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03-03-2019, 01:22 PM
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Re: Ignition timing.
I don't think it's feasibly possible for me to agree with this any stronger.
03-05-2019, 06:26 AM
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Re: Ignition timing.
"A/C works, just needs a recharge" So you're telling me that you're selling a car in the dead heat of summer and for $50 you'd have functioning air conditioning? And you haven't done it? Bullshit.
"Runs great, just needs a tune" Ah, so you built your engine/car and neglected THE most important part? No thanks.
"Needs a tune up" Again, for $50 you can sell your car for likely hundreds more, and you didn't? Liar liar, pants on fire.
"Timing belt was replaced when I got the car 40k miles ago...no, I don't have documentation" Not documented? Assume it didn't happen. Even if they have documentation, check the VIN, the dates, everything. Go detective on it.
When buying a car, ALWAYS assume the seller is lying. Every time they open their mouth, assume it's a lie. Maybe it's not fair to them, but it's better than being taken advantage of.
"Runs great, just needs a tune" Ah, so you built your engine/car and neglected THE most important part? No thanks.
"Needs a tune up" Again, for $50 you can sell your car for likely hundreds more, and you didn't? Liar liar, pants on fire.
"Timing belt was replaced when I got the car 40k miles ago...no, I don't have documentation" Not documented? Assume it didn't happen. Even if they have documentation, check the VIN, the dates, everything. Go detective on it.
When buying a car, ALWAYS assume the seller is lying. Every time they open their mouth, assume it's a lie. Maybe it's not fair to them, but it's better than being taken advantage of.
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