hopefulfan_dc Posted March 25, 2005 Report Share Posted March 25, 2005 I just bought my first V6 and its a Cutlass Supreme International....I loved it when I saw it. I have had four other cars...all Japs, and now I'm home! What should I know about this car to keep it going strong forever. I got 150K but i cost a couple of pennies and a brake job! Just gimme some of your tips to keep it running and if you got a Honda or a Toyota or a Mazda...holla at me...I got you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THe_DeTAiL3R Posted March 25, 2005 Report Share Posted March 25, 2005 Do you have the 3.4 engine? If so then you should check your timing belt. There's lots of info on that here. The other thing that sucks about those engines is the alternator is in a stupid place. But if you've been into jap cars you are probably skilled at that shit anyways.. lol If you got the 2.8/3.1 or 3100, they are good engines not much to worry about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopefulfan_dc Posted March 25, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2005 you right...got scars and tiny fingers too!... :!: I got "T" with a 3.1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1990lumina Posted March 25, 2005 Report Share Posted March 25, 2005 If it's a 3.1 she'll run forever with very little to wrry about - Jeff L. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White93z34 Posted March 25, 2005 Report Share Posted March 25, 2005 haha after dealing with imports even a 3.4 should be a walk in the park to you seriously though, welecome to our little insaneasylum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90TGP Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 Yeah, keep that 3.1 in tune, and she'll be as reliable as any import engine. Here's some stuff to check/change since it has that many miles on it. Change oil, oil filter. Change tranny fluid, filter, gasket. Flush radiator. Change fuel filter. Change sparkplugs with AC Delco plugs. Change plug wires with AC Delco. Change PVC valve. Change air filter. Run GM Top Engine cleaner through motor [Can get from GM dealer]. Replace any worn vaccuum lines. Check for worn struts. If your car has the common "ass sag", you'll need new rear leaf spring pads.Moog Mono-Leaf Spring Pads #K6544 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 Have the subframe mounts inspected (check with the dealer to see if the car has been serviced via the subframe mount recall) Check rear brakes. Use only NorthAmerican rear brake parts (American made is possible, Everyone else uses low grade materials resulting in early warpage and failures). Check rear monoleaf for wear at the end points. (Monoleaf is fibreglass and constant movement causes them to crack at the ends and fail) Resin blocks are usually placed under the ends of the monoleaf to prevent splitting, the rubber ends the factory put on this part just doesnt cut it. If the blocks are already there. No probs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 Probably a nice car, but one word of warning... no one is "into" honda,s toyotas, or any other jap crap... thats enemy territory,... and if its a 3.4... ouch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90TGP Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 no one is "into" honda,s toyotas, or any other jap crap That's not entirely true. I wouldn't mind having a Supra TT, Integra Type-R and few select other cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 no one is "into" honda,s toyotas, or any other jap crap That's not entirely true. I wouldn't mind having a Supra TT, Integra Type-R and few select other cars. True, but I have a feeling he may be an ex-ricer, etc... I'm not sure, and I dont want to cast judgement... it would only be fair to warn him ahead of time that this is a strongly anti-rice board.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SigEpCutlass Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 welcome...you need pictures! and ross: rice...it's what's for dinner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digitaloutsider Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 rice...it's what's for dinner http://www.w-body.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9246 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sl3196 Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 rice...it's what's for dinner http://www.w-body.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9246 Classic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 I'd take private messaging on how to beef up the toyota 1.8 in my PONTIAC Vibe. My "91" 3.1 has about 220,000 mile on it. The fuel filter has yet to be replaced because of rust fears but most that goes wrong on these engines has been dealt with already. I got a tip though, I just tossed out $258 cause of a dead computer. Never hurts to have a spare if you have $50 to throw away at a junk yard. I'd have saved $200. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90TGP Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 Doesn't the Matrix/Vibe have the Celica motor in it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 Vibe GT's have the H.O. 1.8 with a 6 speed manual. 172-180 hp ? The regular ones like mine (auto tranny) have the 130hp 1.8 with an optional supercharger bringing it to 173 hp. Takes 4000 rpm to really get it moving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SigEpCutlass Posted March 26, 2005 Report Share Posted March 26, 2005 rice...it's what's for dinner http://www.w-body.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9246 Classic! you're damn right shaun. i totally forgot about that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopefulfan_dc Posted March 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2005 Thanks everybody... ...especially 90TGP...that's what i'm lookin for... A 1.8 toyota...damn the baby engine!...if you got money put that turbo engine in it I forgot the number but there are a lot of people who have done it online... I basically maintain the rice cars (and I don't really like them any more I'm out of college so I'll never need one agian!!!) GO USA :!: ...two cars with over 300K...all done by me...I hate racing cars that I know aint really that fast...wait till I get my G-body....then I'll be racing! TTYL...everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z34_nut Posted March 28, 2005 Report Share Posted March 28, 2005 i miss c-rex.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dannymik Posted March 28, 2005 Report Share Posted March 28, 2005 welc...ask MonteCarlochic if she can help rice your car out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted March 28, 2005 Report Share Posted March 28, 2005 Rice-aroni. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supreme dreamz Posted March 28, 2005 Report Share Posted March 28, 2005 Probably a nice car, but one word of warning... no one is "into" honda,s toyotas, or any other jap crap... thats enemy territory,... and if its a 3.4... ouch. ouch?...3.4 motors seem fine my new cutty has one and its great 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HokemBokem Posted March 28, 2005 Report Share Posted March 28, 2005 Rice-aroni. The san fransisco treat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoroCorona Posted March 28, 2005 Report Share Posted March 28, 2005 Shit you guys are assholes. Alright, so he owns acouple of import cars, big fucking deal. He joined here because he wanted some constructive info about his W. Not to hear you guys bitch about rice. I used to drive a 1983 Civic. OH SHIT, I GUESS THAT MAKES ME A RICER. Get off your high horse ross, atleast his shit runs, and Hokem. Who spent more money then the car is worth to rebuild their engine. Oh yeah. You. I could understand if it was a nicer car, but come on. Some W's are alright, but overall their basically beaters. They last way to god damn long and they take abuse like its their job. How about that truth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THe_DeTAiL3R Posted March 28, 2005 Report Share Posted March 28, 2005 If I found a nice Japanese car I'd take it. Hell, if I had the money I'd sell my POS and get an Infiniti G35 (is that rice?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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