I have been a long time reader of this excellent forum and am in need of help. My crankshaft and pulley had to be epoxied together for a temporary fix. My 91 auto SE has 140k miles and is in excellent condition. I actually purchased an '03 Acura TL-S on friday but returned it today because I liked my old Maxima more. Acura was nice but it has absolutely no character. Does anybody know of a shop in Virginia that can breath new life into my Max? How much should I expect to pay? Is it worth it? Please help.

 

Have you tried calling any local shops? There's gotta be something out there. Best way to go is to get a rebuild engine if possible.

 

You have got to be kidding me. Anyone who choses a 3rd gen over a new Acura TL-S has got to be smoking something. I don't care if it's a Honda, a 3rd gen just can't compare.

 

I did.

 

to each their own.. I would love a ve 5spd anyday.. now.. as for the engine you can get one on ebay for cheap.,