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UK model GT 5s
Can anyone help? I'm a first timer at this.. I've read alot of the comments
over the last week, think this is a great group..
I am the proud owner of duotone black/gray Euro model 83? GT 5s coupe Carb.
not fuel inj... VIN WAUZZZ85ZDA137796
The car ran beautifully, then began overheating regularly.. after changing
radiator and hoses, problem seemed to go away. I say seemed, because
shortly after she was up and running, one crazy rainy night we went
airbourne at speed ...and dropped 6-8 feet off the side of the road into a
gully(big ditch).
It was the other guys fault..
The majority of the damage was to the front right..underneath only. upper
body is still in tact.. pushing back the wheel 2-3 inches. Some repairs
have been done but she does not feel the same. Parts were generic and
'made' to fit. I need recommendations for new replacement suspension,
springs, shocks, top mounts, brakes etc.
Car is overseas, closest market is the US..The parts have been the biggest
problem, part #'s do not match ... from head gaskets to CV joints.
Now she is limping along, the engine is labouring..difficult to start,
stutters when accelerating, runs very hot..and oil is finding its way into
the airfilter pan through the breather pipe. Problems continue... ,
blueish smoke and serious odor from exhaust and the water resevoir requires
constant topping up. But the engine oil does not seem milky.
Your input would be most appreciated..