So, Hi...new here...have a thread in the newbie section...figured I'd post here.
Bought an 06 GP base a month or so ago. Looks solid but when you really get into it it's a mess. Someone had this car really far apart and I think it was T-boned on the passenger side at some point judging from the non-stock strut on the passenger side as well as horribly done taped off hack paint lines. Someone didn't want to remove trim. Ugh.
The good news is the car is *almost* rust free, super clean interior and it's got a new water pump and hoses on it.
First week I had it I realized the trans niggles we talked about when I looked at it for the trade I did are bigger than niggles...they were the P1811 max adapt woes. Quoted 1800 for the local guys (a VERY well respected and well known trans shop in Topeka) to do a complete overhaul with all of the updates. Can't afford that right now. Decided to try and do the Trans-Go kit and fresh filter and fluid. Finished that today and it definitely made a positive improvement. A few days of driving and I'll know for sure. I think I have a bad CV joint, too...having some clicking when I drive that is speed dependent. Grr.
The fluid that came out of the trans was f***ed. He says they changed it. I think they were full of shyte. Even so, they hadn't done the kit... so I did the kit, added a new Hastings filter with a new mounting rubber and buttoned it all up with a proper OEM-style gasket (Federal Mogul Brand) and 7 1/2 Quarts of Amsoil OE Dex 6.
Then I figured since they lied about that I should probably see if they really did put plugs in.
Nope. Original AC Delcos with a gap of .080" !!!!! Not to mention when I pulled off the plug wire the boot ripped into three pieces, one of which was FUSED to the spark plug and ripped the connector off. Thankfully I had a spare around that will do the job until I get replacements. I think I'm going with Bosch Iridiums. I've always had good luck with Bosch plugs.
I think this is going to be one "those" cars. Like a pig with lipstick kinda deal.
But I washed it when I was done today and it sure is a good looking car. I've always loved the gen 7 body style. Some of the best Pontiacs they ever made, styling wise. I find the Gen 6's boring. Personal preference. :-D
Now to make chocolate chip cookies with my little girls. <3
Bought an 06 GP base a month or so ago. Looks solid but when you really get into it it's a mess. Someone had this car really far apart and I think it was T-boned on the passenger side at some point judging from the non-stock strut on the passenger side as well as horribly done taped off hack paint lines. Someone didn't want to remove trim. Ugh.
The good news is the car is *almost* rust free, super clean interior and it's got a new water pump and hoses on it.
First week I had it I realized the trans niggles we talked about when I looked at it for the trade I did are bigger than niggles...they were the P1811 max adapt woes. Quoted 1800 for the local guys (a VERY well respected and well known trans shop in Topeka) to do a complete overhaul with all of the updates. Can't afford that right now. Decided to try and do the Trans-Go kit and fresh filter and fluid. Finished that today and it definitely made a positive improvement. A few days of driving and I'll know for sure. I think I have a bad CV joint, too...having some clicking when I drive that is speed dependent. Grr.
The fluid that came out of the trans was f***ed. He says they changed it. I think they were full of shyte. Even so, they hadn't done the kit... so I did the kit, added a new Hastings filter with a new mounting rubber and buttoned it all up with a proper OEM-style gasket (Federal Mogul Brand) and 7 1/2 Quarts of Amsoil OE Dex 6.
Then I figured since they lied about that I should probably see if they really did put plugs in.
Nope. Original AC Delcos with a gap of .080" !!!!! Not to mention when I pulled off the plug wire the boot ripped into three pieces, one of which was FUSED to the spark plug and ripped the connector off. Thankfully I had a spare around that will do the job until I get replacements. I think I'm going with Bosch Iridiums. I've always had good luck with Bosch plugs.
I think this is going to be one "those" cars. Like a pig with lipstick kinda deal.
But I washed it when I was done today and it sure is a good looking car. I've always loved the gen 7 body style. Some of the best Pontiacs they ever made, styling wise. I find the Gen 6's boring. Personal preference. :-D
Now to make chocolate chip cookies with my little girls. <3