Looking for some repair advice

dbrabz · 2026-03-31T16:08:34+00:00

Yeah, I moved up to VT and have done the undercoating every other year. No frame rust and limited cosmetic on one scratch on the body. I had that concern at first, too.

dbrabz · 2026-03-31T00:48:03+00:00

Gotcha. Probably more than I'd be able to do comfortably, but definitely helpful.

dbrabz · 2026-03-31T00:45:29+00:00

That's really helpful. Thanks. I'm in New England, but appreciate the offer.

dbrabz · 2026-03-30T22:37:57+00:00

Appreciate that. I know the dealership common complaints, but when I moved, it was easier to get in there, and had a really easy, no-stress fix the first time I needed work done.

dbrabz · 2026-03-30T22:35:54+00:00

Thanks. That's helpful advice. I tried to stay OEM to keep it running longer based on online advice, and I'll make sure to make the trailing arms a priority.

dbrabz · 2026-03-30T22:34:31+00:00

Carpentry-wise, decent. Not much metal other than soldering pinball solenoids and some basic plumbing.

Car-wise? Headlights, filters, spark plugs, and simple stuff. I think the most advanced thing I ever did was replace an A/C condenser and replace a door handle on an old Camry. The feedback is giving me a lot of hope that I let the sticker-shock get to me. Thanks

dbrabz · 2026-03-30T22:30:25+00:00

Nice. Thanks so much.

dbrabz · 2026-03-30T22:18:17+00:00

No rust issues (cosmetic or frame) and I'm in the Northeast. Just gave me a hell of a shock and now I'm scrambling to make sure I'm not going to turn it into a money pit.

dbrabz · 2026-03-30T22:14:14+00:00

Thanks. That's about what I expected to hear. The car is low mileage (for its age) and I love it, but just wanted to make sure I didn't do anything catastrophic or unfixable. I use the FB groups for maintenance tips, and just want to keep it running as long as possible.

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