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Old 03-23-2012, 08:57 PM
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welcome, nice m edition.
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Old 03-23-2012, 09:55 PM
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My favorite color combo.
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Old 03-23-2012, 10:13 PM
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some tlc and it will look good as new, as far as obd1 is concerned, there is no software. to check for codes you jump ten and ground at the diagnostic box under the hood on the driverside up toward the headlight, which will make the check engine light flash a X times, and you see what it correlates to.

IIRC obd1 is emissions exempt in some places, and the sensors and stuff are very simple to use and work on.
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Old 03-23-2012, 10:53 PM
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hmmm I didnt know that.. thank u RTM
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Old 03-24-2012, 04:16 PM
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OBD1 cars can be modified with relative impunity in many jurisdictions that otherwise have emissions compliance regulations. That makes them more desirable in certain states/metro areas. That's really what it is about.

My car has the same Montego Blue and tan leather color scheme. And my clearcoat has taken a beating as well, lol.
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Old 03-24-2012, 08:29 PM
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i am in a location that has no emissions requirements.. so i assume that does nothing for me? or does it
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Old 03-24-2012, 10:47 PM
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Check with your local DMV on emissions testing requirements. As a general rule OBD1 cars are exempt due to their "primitive" emission control system.
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Old 03-25-2012, 12:31 AM
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Thanks DM but no need.. we have no emissions requirements
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Old 03-25-2012, 06:20 AM
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Feel free to turbocharge your car as you see fit. You will love the feeling.
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Old 03-25-2012, 09:43 AM
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Originally Posted by sixshooter
Feel free to turbocharge your car as you see fit. You will love the feeling.
I have been looking at turbo kits.. and looks to be about 3 grand.. bit high I think.. but who knows .... maybe down the road.. way down lol..
I was planning on it until I saw the prices,, but not out the window altogether..
I was under the illusion I could do a small one for a grand or so but wasnt really planning on 3g's
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