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Hello, I just recently bought a 92 GMC extended cab z71 for a work truck. Paid 2k for it, only thing wrong with it is the a/c needs to be recharged and its got a burnt valve on #5 cylinder :( It needs some work so I did a little web surfing and found this place.. Hopefully I'll be able to learn a few things from you guys :cheers:

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Hello, I just recently bought a 92 GMC extended cab z71 for a work truck. Paid 2k for it, only thing wrong with it is the a/c needs to be recharged and its got a burnt valve on #5 cylinder :( It needs some work so I did a little web surfing and found this place.. Hopefully I'll be able to learn a few things from you guys :cheers:

Welcome aboard. Sounds like a bargain deal on the truck.

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How's that Mini workin out for you? Did you feel too cramped in it? That car seems like it would get old after a month.

 

I love the mini! It gets around 28 mpg, handles GREAT and made 170hp at the wheels on my last dyno run. As far as space, the mini has more than enough room inside.. I'm 6' 2" and I literally can't push in the clutch with the seat all the way back. Its more like driving a giant go-cart than a car. Only reason I got the truck is my new job. I'm working in the oil field now, so when i get off work I'm completely covered with mud/grease. Didn't want to get the mini dirty, so I got an old beater... err, who am I kidding.. guess I just wanted another toy ;)

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