> I took her to the mechanic today.  It's a blown catalytic
> converter, and o2 sensor.  He wants to charge me $987 to
> repair it.  Seems way to high, but he says it's becuase
> converters for 83s' are hard to find.  Any thoughts?

New cat converter: $99. New 02 sensor: $29.
Finding a mechanic who doesn't charge you $987 for $130 worth of parts
and two hours labor: Priceless. :-)

http://busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=22918

http://busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=11027

- Ron Salmon
  The Bus Depot, Inc.
  www.busdepot.com
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