Reliability results after 6 years of ownership.

[bronsin]

Originally Posted by nookandcrannycar

Yep. After replacing the alternator at just over 159k, I went from 160k to 300k just replacing tires, 1 serp belt (replaced original), 2 batteries, a few bulbs, 1 set of spark plugs (replaced originals), a parking break adjustrment/dust blowout, oil/filter changes, washer fluid, added half a container of coolant purchased from the dealer, and (as a precaution) had the control arm bolts replaced. I also added a cabin air filter to that 'empty from the factory' () location. Don't think I left anything out.

Didnt a wheel bearing go at some point?

Might have been somebody else though...

[fnkngrv]

Originally Posted by bronsin

Didnt a wheel bearing go at some point?

Might have been somebody else though...

I have replaced 3 wheel bearings now since I bought mine new in 06 and the chassis like I said has only 100k on it. Mayhaps it was me you were thinking about?

[bronsin]

Originally Posted by fnkngrv

I have replaced 3 wheel bearings now since I bought mine new in 06 and the chassis like I said has only 100k on it. Mayhaps it was me you were thinking about?

I only recall one set of bearings going, whoever it was.

But man how did three go on yours?

[fnkngrv]

Originally Posted by bronsin

I only recall one set of bearings going, whoever it was.

But man how did three go on yours?

I was told that it has to do with the sustained high speeds and quick deceleration from my racing. I actually replace both when I have one go just as a precaution.

[nookandcrannycar]

Originally Posted by bronsin

Didnt a wheel bearing go at some point?

Might have been somebody else though...

Yeah (front wheel bearings), but that wasn't during the 160,000 mile 'marker' to the 300,000 mile 'marker'...not during that range...it was at just under 111,000 miles. I think the only other replacements at the under 160,000 mile mark = tires, oil and filter changes, a few other bulbs (total bulbs over the life of the car = each headlight twice and the rear LP light twice], replacing the stolen (in New Orleans) passenger side mirror cover, and replacing the original battery.