cheapest Opti?
04-08-2002, 01:08 PM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (ETTEVROCL98)
http://www.paceparts.com. Ask for Jim Pace. Treats forum members real good.
04-08-2002, 07:04 PM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (hotdawg1)
you won't find a cheaper one than Jeff (carfan18). 1.800.728.8267.
He does discount pricing for forum members. tell him I sent ya!
Jeff is the wholesale parts dude for a chevy dealer in Kansas.
You and I have the same opti - the expensive one!!! expect about 330.00 for it.
replace the waterpump, too... they are mutually inclusive... dammit.
He does discount pricing for forum members. tell him I sent ya!
Jeff is the wholesale parts dude for a chevy dealer in Kansas.
You and I have the same opti - the expensive one!!! expect about 330.00 for it.
replace the waterpump, too... they are mutually inclusive... dammit.
04-08-2002, 08:26 PM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (hotdawg1)
Thanks for all your help guys, your really going to save me ALOT of money.
1993 black/grey 6speed, AMSOIL, Torque Master Sparkplugs, 8.5mm Magnecor Sparkplug Wires
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04-09-2002, 07:52 PM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (bogus)
I just bought a new opti and water pump from Jeff today. After tax and shipping it was still under $500. Thanks Andy
1993 6speed, Black/grey, AMSOIL, TorqueMaster Sparkplugs, 8.5mm Magnecor sparkplug wires.
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04-09-2002, 08:35 PM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (hotdawg1)
The cheapest one you can get is one of the ones I have in a pile in the back of my shop. They sell for $5.00. They were pulled out for a reason though. :D :D
04-10-2002, 03:11 AM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (James94LT1)
Funny you should ask,I just ordered one the other day from Sam Smith,a dealership in Las vegas.I think it was $187.00 plus shipping.New in the box,I couldnt believe it.I got this info from the camaro Z28 forum.(702)641-1400 is the # :D
04-10-2002, 03:59 AM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (James94LT1)
I might be wrong,but I think they only make the new style vented opti and everyone that needs a new one in the older LT motors are putting these on.
04-10-2002, 12:40 PM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (James94LT1)
You can put a later opti on a 94. You need to change the timing cover (gaskets, seals, etc. Drop the oil pan, get it resealed. ) a different plug (simple change), add vaccuum hoses (simple change).
With the later model Opti you get better sealing, better bearings and vacuum breathing to keep moisture out. I don't recall hearing anyone with a later opti complain about it crapping out (I'm sure someone has had problems with one, I just don't recall it).
If you are going to stick with an early Opti, then be sure to at least reseal it with a liberal application of hi-temp RTV and add the vacuum hoses (see tech tips).
[Modified by John Row, 10:44 AM 4/10/2002]
With the later model Opti you get better sealing, better bearings and vacuum breathing to keep moisture out. I don't recall hearing anyone with a later opti complain about it crapping out (I'm sure someone has had problems with one, I just don't recall it).
If you are going to stick with an early Opti, then be sure to at least reseal it with a liberal application of hi-temp RTV and add the vacuum hoses (see tech tips).
[Modified by John Row, 10:44 AM 4/10/2002]
04-10-2002, 12:54 PM
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Re: cheapest Opti? (John Row)
John,
It sounds like I'll go with the old style. Thanks for the info! Should I change the water pump while I am at it? If yes stock or electric?
Crummy opti :smash:
It sounds like I'll go with the old style. Thanks for the info! Should I change the water pump while I am at it? If yes stock or electric?
Crummy opti :smash:
