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Eight cylinder vehicle running on only six cylinders

Tiny
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  • 1990 ALL OTHER MAKES RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
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  • 287,750 MILES
Eight cylinder is running on six cylinders. What does that mean? I am thinking about buy it.
Tuesday, May 17th, 2016 AT 1:12 AM

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Tiny
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If it is missing as it should run on all eight. Either have a mechanic diagnose it or check compression and plug wires.
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Tuesday, May 17th, 2016 AT 8:05 AM
Tiny
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Is this a serious problem or can it be solved easily and cheap?
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Tuesday, May 17th, 2016 AT 8:28 AM
Tiny
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It depends what it is if it is an issue like a cylinder head gaskets or valves it is over $1500.00 to fix you really need to see what is the cause of it only running on six cylinders. It could be a lot and with the mileage posted I would say a bunch, but I have not seen it. See if the person will allow you to take it to a mechanic to check it over. It is well worth $50.00-$100.00 now than to be stuck with a large bill after you buy it. It could also be a bad engine which would require replacing or overhauling which can run quite high.
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Tuesday, May 17th, 2016 AT 8:35 AM
Tiny
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That was next question, I have 1992 Dodge Caravan it needs a head gaskets and cooling fans. Is it worth overhauling it if I supply the parts?
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Tuesday, May 17th, 2016 AT 8:52 AM
Tiny
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The labor Is most expensive on these type of repairs, so best to check around locally to find someone to do it with your parts.
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Tuesday, May 17th, 2016 AT 9:34 AM

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