Replaced: (oldest repair first)
CV joint.
Emergency brake.
Front grille cover (also needs grl assy).
Tranny 'O' ring (dumped fluid, not move).
Alternator.
Tie rod end.
Has the usual Tempo (below '94) problems:
Stalling on left turns or when sitting with the brake on, one of the front turn signal lenses missing etc.
The DS auto seat belt doesn't go back sometimes (not bad for $400.00).
KEEP ROAD SALT OFF YOUR TEMPO!!
Run mid-grade (plus) gas (NOT PREMIUM). It cuts down on the stalling.
If you have problems passing Echeck EMAIL ME! (CSXT4290@popmail.com), put "Echeck Tempo" in subject.
Does good donuts with new tires. Keeps up speed on X-way.
A GREAT starter car!
JOIN my FREE Tempo list on Egroups!
http://www.egroups.com/group/fordtempo
REVIEW UPDATE:
I have had the Grill panel repaired, and soon to be repainted, it's January 2002, my Tempo has 186,000 miles now and still runs excellent.
Been driving a 200 mile round trip on Saturdays and only using 1/2 tank of gas.
Steve M.
CSXT4290@popmail.com
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