Hey Guys,
So yesterday I bought a low-mileage, 1989 LeBaron convertible with a 5 speed. He says it's a 2.5, but I'm not sure how to tell if its a 2.5 or a 2.2. Got it for $400 because the owner said as he was pulling onto his street, it stalled out and wouldn't start. He isn't mechanically inclined, and wanted to get a truck anyway, so he sold it to me for cheap. He says he checked for spark with his buddy, and there was none. I haven't checked it out, but I assume it must be something simple. I did hear him turn the engine over before I bought and it sounded fine. So I bought it, and towed it home. Here are some pics.
Now, I already have a running 2.2 88 Lebaron. It's an auto, and its awesome, but then I found this 5 speed which is what I REALLY want. So, the beauty is that hopefully most of the ignition, etc, components I can swap off the running 88 onto the dead 89 and simplify the diagnostic process.
So, my questions are:
1. Any clues about no-spark condition?
2. Any idea if this is a 2.5 or 2.2?
3. The hidden headlights don't close. Anyone have any experience getting them to work?
4. The guy says that the turbo wasn't working. Said the "turbo needs a rebuild." Huh? Can you rebuild turbos? I am new to turbos, but not to cars. I'm an old-school mopar guy.
Thanks!