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I SERIOUSLY NEED ADVICE

Old Jul 12, 2008 | 10:44 PM
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I think you should look for a 03 up and take your time looking for one because a better one will pop up taking it from my experience if i would of waited for 1 more month I would of got a better one
 
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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 09:09 AM
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I had lots more trouble with my 2000 than my '03, which is pretty typical...an '03 won't cost you much more-hold out.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 06:28 AM
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Good advice! look for a facelift model if the funds will stretch to it.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 06:47 AM
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If owner has no receipts that tell you the timing chain tensioners have been upgraded run from this one, it will cost you.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 02:37 PM
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Timing chain tensioners keep tension on the timing chain. If they fail and they will its a new engine. If they are replaced it will cost you anywhere from $1200.00 to $1800.00 depending on mechanic and what they are replacing. Thats why get an S Type with the 4.2 engine
 
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Old Jul 25, 2008 | 06:16 AM
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How much would it cost to have them replaced?
 
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