i'm scared

[fdd2blk]

i took my new purchased truck to the shop this morning. dropped it off at 8am. first thing. my wife said she saw the mechanic jumping in it as we pulled away. i'm having a leak down/compression test done. this will determine if i bought a lemon or not. he said he'd call me in a couple hours. it's now 2pm. i don't know what to think. it's a 3 hour test. it's my usual mechanic and they are VERY prompt so i can't really call. i just sit here waiting........

 

[BSIv2.0]

Its ok...he's probably just hitting a few corners in your truck....If you call and he doesnt answer/cant come to the phone.....its ok....If he comes to the phone and tells you to come down there.....not so good.

So call....Tell him you're so anxious for the results...you couldnt wait.

 

[nongreenthumb]

do you guys not have a yearly test that has to be carried out on the car otherwise it's deemed non roadworthy.

 

[BSIv2.0]

Most states do have inspections...so yes....But every state has differing qualifications...California is probably the toughest.....Other states...Like Georgia dont even have inspections if Im not mistaken.

 

[fdd2blk]

do you guys not have a yearly test that has to be carried out on the car otherwise it's deemed non roadworthy.

here we go........

we have to get smog checks here every 2 years or whenever the vehicle changes owners. he had a smog check done on it before he sold it to me. it was still valid so all was well........until i looked under the hood. it's all there he just disconnected everything after he passed the smog test.

 

[dankie]

here we go........

we have to get smog checks here every 2 years or whenever the vehicle changes owners. he had a smog check done on it before he sold it to me. it was still valid so all was well........until i looked under the hood. it's all there he just disconnected everything after he passed the smog test.

At least all the equipment is still there and just in need of being hooked up! Hope the test comes out ok FDD!

 

[fdd2blk]

it's fucked. 10% leak down on 6 pistons. 15% on the other 2. the motor guy is on vacation until wed. so i'm not positive but it looks like i need to pull the motor.

 

[dankie]

OUCH! I don't know much about engines, but if they have to pull it out that can't be good

 

[fdd2blk]

OUCH! I don't know much about engines, but if they have to pull it out that can't be good

everything else checked out A+. it may be worth it yet.

 

[Erniedytn]

Like Georgia dont even have inspections if Im not mistaken.

It depends on what county you live in.

 

[tahoe58]

now...not that I am advocating an engine swap in the shaggin' wagon....and taking that I am a little of a horsepower "buff".......IF you are looking for something...well....authentic....and possibly something that will add a little kick to your ride.....you know...much in the same way you like to make your smoke ....well....just a little better the the next guys....well...I have found the MOPAR high performance variant YOU'RE looking for!

NEW! 540 HEMI® CRATE ENGINES — 650–900+ HORSEPOWER
The Mopar 540 Aluminum Hemi® Crate Engine is built for extreme Hot Rods and Pro Street cars. This is for the person who wants the horsepower and durability of a race engine and the drivability of a street engine. Available in carbureted or supercharged EFI versions, it can produce up to 900+ horsepower, depending on induction. This Hemi is a fully water-jacketed motor with a streetable camshaft, and it’s made with an all aluminum block that’s stronger and lighter than cast iron. The 540 Hemi will also be available in a completely polished version for the extreme show car enthusiast.​

 

[fdd2blk]

27,000 dollars?

 

[tahoe58]

ok...so you have twelve trees....and I do mean trees....there's gotta be a lumber company that will pay primo for that fine and hand-raised product?

27,000 dollars?

 

[Live2Die420]

you can get decent crate motors for like 3 or 4 grand..... fdd check out ebay, and your local sketchy craigs list I found an alternator on there that i needed