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Bill: As a long time Automotive Technician, aka mechanic, I need to ask a few questions regarding the
diagnostic procedures done to justify the total rebuild scenario. Did they do a
compression test? A cylinder leak down test? Did they
scope the ignition and do an exhaust gas analysis? Or did they just look at an
old car and jump to the conclusion that it needed an overhaul? If they did some
tests I would like you to post the results so those of us on the list who are
able could give some educated guidance to you. Best regards: Ernie 58 LeBaron now in for paint. -----Original Message----- After
taking my '59 Imperial to a couple of mechanics who deal with antique cars, the
consensus was that it needs an engine rebuild, or I will only be able to use
the car to go to the corner grocery store. My other alternative is to drive the
car with two feet, one on the gas and the other on the brake, or putting it in
neutral every time I stop. The engine is fine in neutral, but as soon as it is
pulling it starts running very rough. Even when I pulled into the parking lot
of the mechanic the car started stalling out all of the time. I decided to give
the car to the mechanic who explained everything clear cut, and most of what he
had to say was exactly the same responses I have gotten from members on this
list. He could give the car a valve job, but that wasn't going to cure bad
rings, and would only make the bottom of the engine blow out that much faster.
I had to think for a while since this was my new super computer I've been
wanting for so long, going on hold. By the time I finish this one I will have a
fourteen thousand dollar Imperial which still looks like crap in the interior.
Anyway I love it, so I will keep it going, and the most important part of a
restoration is to get the car running perfectly, the rest is all cosmetic! Bill
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