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Originally Posted by Greg Reid
They don't.
What part of the country are you in Darth? It's almost frustrating to read some of the issues you are having, knowing that most are fairly simple things to someone who knows these cars. It's certainly understandable knowing that you were not 'raised up' around these nearly 50 year old cars...so don't think I'm knocking your ability to handle them. You just need some hands-on help.
Some of your engine problems could be more serious but there's no way to judge without someone 'in the know' to put their eyes and hands on the car. I'd like to see you meet up with someone on this sight (or in a local car club perhaps) who could go over the car with you and give you some guidance.
These cars are really much more simple to work on and troubleshoot than modern vehicles...IF you understand how they function.
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Greg- I am located in Edmonton, Alberta. Don't worry, I take no offence in what you say. yes some things on here that I have a problem with is simple for others here. In the last couple years I have had to learn to do things on my own, having a mortgage/kids my toys takes a back seat as far as finances. When I had a mustang back in the day I lived in Ontario near my uncle (mechanic/mustang fanatic). I try to fix what I can here because paying people costs a fortune and there is only one mechanic I know (personally) that I trust (when I had to get the timing cover gasket replaced on my viper, I got a local guy who was cheap and by the hour, he took so long I could have paid Dodge to do it)
Glad to know though a lot of these can be simple things. I am slowly learning with the assistance of youtube and this forum, but I will glady get someone to do a bit of work if I can't.