I picked up this ugly rusty beater... for $700. It needs a lot - new paint, troubleshoot a random misfire, bead broken after tire went flat, and in desperate need of a cleaning. Considering the price of the vehicle, I'm not sure how much audio is gonna go into it. This place has become my favorite forum and I like documenting things here.
Misfire:
Started off with a miss on cyl. 4 and code indicating miss within first 1000 revolutions (P0316) - swapped ignition coil from 4 to 3 and miss code hasn't returned. Then #8 developed a miss - swapped to 7 and code followed. Replaced this coil and now get a new code - P0352 Ignition Coil B Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction. Also now throws a random misfire, miss in #1, and all the while, P0316 has persisted. Cleaned the MAF, checked fuel pressure. PO claims to have changed the spark plugs and intake manifold so he may not have gapped the plugs properly or used the proper gasket for the intake manifold. Next steps are to replace all coils and plugs, then check for vacuum leaks.
Paint:
Yeah, it's ugly as sin. I have no idea how the paint got to this point. Plan is to get out the pressure washer and get off as much loose paint as I can. From there, sand it all down (particularly the edges of the paint), then use a buddy's paint gun and Rustoleum for a low budget paint job. I'm not expecting anywhere close to perfection and want to keep it near the $100 price point.
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