So the snow melted (mostly) and I finally got her running! Even after not moving for two years, it started right up at half a crank! I was amazed, but not surprised. This car was well kept. Slapped a plate on the back and took it for a break-in run. I immediately started smelling caliper, and when I got back my left tire was smoking. Conclusion? The front driver's side caliper is probably seized, or the rotor is extremely warped. i could feel the resistance as I was going town the road, and a hard pull to the right side on the wheel. Aside from that, I need to replace the valve cover gasket, and fix an exhaust leak. She should be good to go from there! In the somewhat near future, I also plan to replace the clutch (190k original miles!), and weld in a new floor panel so it can pass inspection. Tomorrow I'll take a look at that caliper and clean out the cobwebs from the inside :D. Here's the eye-candy:
Thoughts, ideas, comments - all welcome!
- Nikita
Thoughts, ideas, comments - all welcome!
- Nikita
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