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Discussion in 'Boxers/TR/M' started by traderjet4, Nov 3, 2008.

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  1. traderjet4

    traderjet4 Karting

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    Dose anyone know how to tell if the engine has been removed from the car at sometime in the past.
     
    traderjet4, Nov 3, 2008
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  2. Rifledriver

    Rifledriver Three Time F1 World Champ

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    Subframe fasteners are all coated with undercoating from the factory. If they have been removed you can tell.
     
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    Spasso F1 World Champ

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    If I found any TR with original coating still on the sub-frame bolts I would not start the engine, unless there is evidence or proof that it came out the top on a recent service..
     
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  4. traderjet4

    traderjet4 Karting

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    Thanks guys, Dose the coating look thick on the sub frame bolts.
     
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