Miles Miles Miles

**cerneY** · 05-02-2009, 07:59 PM

I recently just hit 75g on my bird =[ it pains me to see her get older. I was wondering if i should be concerned with this milage or if my bird will hold up as good as it is now. I take really good care of it. also, what is the one thing that someone could do to really wear away on the life of a car?

**Mr. Luos** · 05-02-2009, 08:01 PM

Mine could have 500K on it....
It will always get built back up if it breaks.

Luckily...the car only has 38,900 on it.

Motor has 10K or so.

**knightryda01** · 05-02-2009, 08:31 PM

Just over 60,000 and still kicking pony ass!!! As much as I wanna preserve my low miles I wanna drive her as well.

**02transamce** · 05-02-2009, 08:33 PM

190k and strong as texas mule piss.

**BirdCountry02** · 05-02-2009, 09:54 PM

Originally Posted by 02transamce

190k and strong as texas mule piss.

haha, must be pretty strong stuff. i just broke 75,500. i hear ya op, i've had the same fears but i think we'll be good

**02transamce** · 05-02-2009, 10:02 PM

just change the oil and other fluids and filters as prescribed in the maintenance schedule and you will have long life.and change fuel filter,lots of people forget about that one. 190k on the t/a and i wouldn't be scared to drive to cali tomorrow,ls1's freakin rule!

**BirdCountry02** · 05-02-2009, 10:04 PM

Originally Posted by 02transamce

just change the oil and other fluids and filters as prescribed in the maintenance schedule and you will have long life.and change fuel filter,lots of people forget about that one. 190k on the t/a and i wouldn't be scared to drive to cali tomorrow,ls1's freakin rule!

fuel filters next on my list. great cars all around. always gotta love the ta. one of the best cars produced imo

**02transamce** · 05-02-2009, 10:11 PM

people forget about the fuel filter,it's the unappreciated member of the filter family.lol

**BirdCountry02** · 05-02-2009, 10:18 PM

Originally Posted by 02transamce

people forget about the fuel filter,it's the unappreciated member of the filter family.lol

good call. it really is, i gotta drain my coolant, swap the fuel filter, clean my maf, tb, and intake, and oil change is due soon. need to do some real 'spring cleanin' none of that pansy 'clean the house' crap haha

**hutch1999** · 05-02-2009, 10:26 PM

136k rear end bearings were about it so far

**Retired Cop** · 05-03-2009, 04:06 AM

Originally Posted by BirdCountry02

good call. it really is, i gotta drain my coolant, swap the fuel filter, clean my maf, tb, and intake, and oil change is due soon. need to do some real 'spring cleanin' none of that pansy 'clean the house' crap haha

How do you clean the MAF and throttle body ? What chemicals do you use ? Mine has 89K runs like a raped ape !!

**Big Chuk** · 05-03-2009, 05:27 AM

Mine has 175K and still strong enough "stock" to rip a stock torque arm lol

**9T8W66** · 05-03-2009, 05:51 AM

131K here and still on the original clutch

**pajeff02** · 05-03-2009, 06:09 AM

71,500 miles. In addition to routine maintenance like fluids and filters, I would also recommend weekend projects like detailing the wheels, brake hardware, suspension components, k-member, rear axle, etc... Just some basic upkeep done with Simple Green, shop rag, scotch pad, wire brush, newspaper, masking tape, and paint will go far for keeping your car in good shape for years to come. The results are readily apparent and will last for some time.

Before:

After:

**0verkill** · 05-03-2009, 06:13 AM

as long as you take good care of it and dont get it out in the winter with all the salt you will be good for well over 200k. i have a way to go an my ta only has 13k on it now.

**Fearls1** · 05-03-2009, 06:42 AM

153,000 and still on original cluth. Keep her maintained and she will be your friend for years and years.

**JoshieDoom** · 05-03-2009, 07:43 AM

160XXX K.

Ill drive it to the wheels fall off of it.. then ill buy whatever broke. Honestly what all can break?

Ive replaced or have most of the suspension ready to go in, new transmission, all new brakes, its all just little shit after that.

**rileyl** · 05-03-2009, 11:42 AM

I have just under 75,000 and just replaced the drivers power window motor. At around 40,000 I had to replace a bad catalytic converter (warranty). My turn signals just quick blinking, so I guess I need a relay.
If something breaks replace it or upgrade it.
I agree that the T/A is a great car, wish GM hadn't dropped it.

**RyanJM** · 05-03-2009, 12:03 PM

I got 78,ooo miles now and rebuilt the rear end, new fuel pump, new MAF, new TB sensors, removed the cats, brakepads, rotors, change all fluids and filters. The car still runs as good as new, just alot faster.
Only thing left is new shocks, springs, and sway bar hardware.

**BirdCountry02** · 05-03-2009, 12:29 PM

Originally Posted by Retired Cop

How do you clean the MAF and throttle body ? What chemicals do you use ? Mine has 89K runs like a raped ape !!

maf sensor cleaner and throttle body/carb cleaner. you can get em at auto zone or advance. heard it helps, i'm gonna see cause now that winters over i need to clean her up. haven't done it yet and wanna keep her runnin as smooth as possible