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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 10:16 AM
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Buy just to rebuild engine?

Im considering another option (my wheels are always spinning) I saw a wrecked TII the other day who's owner claims that its still running, Ill have to look a little closer. But, its got over 100k on it. No biggie, he's probably gonna let it go cheap. I was wondering if this would be a good opportunity for me to learn how to do some engine work. I could buy this for cheap, try to rebuild it myself and allthemeanwhile ive got my other car for transportation so if it goes sour, I will still have a vehicle. Is this a decent idea? I just want some opinions to whether this would be a good way for me to learn how to do some engine work/rebuilds without leaving myself stranded with my primary vehicle broken. What do you all think?

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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 10:36 AM
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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 01:19 PM
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learning to fix a rotary or any car on your own is priceless...
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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 04:50 PM
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Hey if it's an 89-91 TII wrecked, I'll buy it whole
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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 04:55 PM
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Old Nov 5, 2002 | 05:29 PM
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yea why not. but isnt a turbo rebuild more strain that puttin together a n/a?
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Old Nov 6, 2002 | 04:47 PM
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It might be more of a strain, but in the end I will have learned a LOT more about how the car works and proper maintenance. Plus I will have better respect for my car and treat it with even MORE care. I think I may do this. I found a TII thats not wrecked and seems to be in poor running condition, I may buy it and rebuild it. And if all else fails, Im sure you guys need some parts! lol.

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Old Nov 6, 2002 | 06:24 PM
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If you have the time and money to learn and try to rebuild it on your own do IT!!!

That don't sound like a bad idea. GO FOr It!

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