So the new to me 540/6 should be done today. Over the last three days, every time my phone rings my ass puckers... in the end:
- both motor mounts and tranny mounts were toast.
- Low pressure oil line on DS leaking, what killed that side mount, replaced
- rear exhaust hanger behind cat, front of muffler gone. replaced
- ALL fluids flushed and replaced.
- new radiator fan shroud, mine was busted and rattling. replaced
- valve covers leaking. on inspection, plugs soaked. Replaced.
- All new plugs
- a few other odds and ends

He didn't bother with the KY, and $1800 later I should have her baselined today. My ass is sore and I haven't even paid yet. I figure it was worth it though, a good once over by a good tech. I will be doing the work from now on though.

Good news - he said overall it's a tight car. One of the best 540's he's seen mechanically. they smoked it, no vac leaks. Motor is very good, diag normal and healthy. Steering and suspension tight. I ask if she will be done today. He says "yeah, dont worry... you'll be chasing Corvettes this weekend". LMFAO!

One thing though. The cat rattles. Ceramic must be busted. It passed smog with flying colors though... that confuses me. but I blew a lid when he tells me they are $1100 EACH SIDE! WTF? Is that for real??? PLEASE tell me there are options...