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    I'v got a 94 V6 Camaro with about 142,000+ miles. I change the oil regularly, service the transmision at the begining of every year, flush out the cooling system every 6 to 8 months(had a really bad episode with my cooling system so don't ask why I'm so presistant about keeping it clean), and generaly take very good care of it. But I do drive it on the hard side and wondering when I should rebuild it before something bad happens to it like blowing a piston ring or an oil pump going out and having to buy a whole new engine.

    And one other question when should I get my transmision rebuilt

    Thanks

    [ February 24, 2004, 06:32 AM: Message edited by: crasher ]

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    if it aint broke dont fix it
    -Aaron, AKA ATL2001<br />93 3.4L <br /><a href=\"http://www.ilfba.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.ilfba.com</a>

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    • #3
      unless you are experiencing a problem you shouldnt bother with a rebuild (engine or transmission). if you are worried about unseen wear you could get a 'used oil analysis' which can show internal wear (by measuring the amount/type of metal in the sample). check out www.bobistheoilguy.com for more about UOA's.
      a bit about uoa's

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      • #4
        unless u wanna go turbo, nitrous, or SC, I dont think you should rebuild it. Its cheaper to buy a whole new engine than rebuilding it.
        1997 Camaro A4<br /><br />SS Hood<br />SLP Cold Air Intake<br />Magnaflow Catback Exhaust<br />Magnaflow High Flow Cat

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