Carburettor went crazy after running some over-the-counter fuel system cleaner through it. Surges now. Mechanic said carburettor needs rebuild.
Disc brakes are warped - need shaving. Pads OK
Power steering really noisy despite reconditioned
Exhaust leak due to crack in manifold from old age
E.L.B seems to be doing it's own thing even though it was replaced with a new unit several years ago (new)
The person I bought the car off was the first and only owner and looked after it very well.
Performance is totally inadequate - car is too heavy for a 4.0 litre. It is GUTLESS. This sort of heavy car really needs the 265 (4.3) or better a V8 to be worth the while having.
Steering on this one is good - firmer than my 79 Regal.
6 seater severely lacking places to put things eg no centre console or any cup holders - other cars of the same era had this. Behind the times.
There must be a problem with your car. I have owned many Valiants, (Currently have 9 or 10) with a range of different engines. I find the 4.0L CM engine to be a great little performer and definitely not too small for the car. Still has the grunt to overtake Nissan Skylines at 140km/h with 6 people in the car at only half or so throttle. :)
Stop being a wuss and just stick the cup between your knees!
Valiants forever!
I have to agree with the other comment with regard to the power of the 4 litre model. My father had this particular model and at no stage did he feel that this motor was gutless. He could obtain speeds of up to 130 km/h and still have power in reserve. There was also no problems towing with this vehicle.
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