Posted June 11, 200816 yr comment_250494 Now his apartment complex is threatening to tow it on Friday the 13th because the registration has lapsed. http://sacramento.craigslist.org/car/715624547.html He's selling cheap. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr comment_250551 He might get more interest if he listed a price... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250551 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr comment_250552 If he knows what is needed to fix the problem, why doesn't he spend the money to fix the problem? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250552 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr comment_250554 I'm not sure he knows based on that brief description. Sounds like the typical 'guess and throw parts at it until you get it right' syndrome. If an 'ECM and a couple sensors' would fix it, why not get them and do it. Afrer replacing the alternator, catalytic converter and fuel pump an buying an alarm system for it why stop there? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250554 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr Author comment_250558 Thanks for the replies, guys. I believe they mis-chose the mechanic they took the car to, and the mechanic was playing the swap out parts that may-may not be the answer game. They were believing him when he told them 'it's probably this part' and when that didn't work, 'it's probably this part..." etc. expenses rack up fast doing that.Right now they are out of expendible income, and this car is not on the priority list like buying food and paying rent. 3 months ago the car was fine (ignorance is bliss), and the car still runs fine, the emissions aren't quite right. The pressing thing is that the apartment management will tow his car tomorrow if it's not registered. They would rather not have to pay fees on towing as well.I have an N/A 82ZX parts car, will that ECM swap over? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250558 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr comment_250560 I have an N/A 82ZX parts car, will that ECM swap over?Nope. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250560 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr Author comment_250561 didn't think so Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250561 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr comment_250563 .... not much more than parts changers. Anyway Matt, what's the asking price of that Z? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250563 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr Author comment_250567 Asking $1000, but HIGHLY motivated and willing to negotiate. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250567 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr comment_250575 Have him try Z31.com. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250575 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr comment_250577 I'm not sure he knows based on that brief description. Sounds like the typical 'guess and throw parts at it until you get it right' syndrome. If an 'ECM and a couple sensors' would fix it, why not get them and do it. Afrer replacing the alternator, catalytic converter and fuel pump an buying an alarm system for it why stop there? In regards to "why stop there?": I've been advised to sell my Z31 because of the tranny. However, one of the reasons I won't is because I have alreday done the timing belt, water pump, cat convertor, etc. Otherwise, it'll be a waste of time and money. I might as well rebuild the tranny and keep her on the road. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250577 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 12, 200816 yr Author comment_250578 Have him try Z31.com.THANKS! I will let them know. I haven't heard of that one before. I have sent them zxman.com, though. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/28398-sad-story-friend-cant-smog-his-car/#findComment-250578 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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