Two questions for my 1990 TC

[Mad_Bohemian]

So I finally got a chance about 2 weeks ago to look into the blown rear brake line on my 1990 TC... it's not pretty..

To do the job right, Since it everything looks like it's on it last legs, I was thinking I should replace everything from the manifold up by the firewall on back, Then today I got in and started her up just to let the engine run a little and get things warmed up and lubricated. I stepped lightly on the brake pedal and it gave back-pressure, then released....hmm... So I let her warm up godd and then after I shut her off I noticed fluids inside by the left front :confused: Upon closer inspection I find more trouble..Now a line on the front blew...:mad:

So this leads me to my two questions...well , actually three.

#1, What's a ball park figure for going through the entire brake system and getting the old Teves system up to snuff.

#2 What is a White/black/black 1990 TC w/150k+? miles, runs great, odometer not working, interior in VERY good condition, everything works with the exception of the trunk release, have manuals and tool kit. Body is good with a 3-4 spots (smaller than dime) where cancer is starting to make the paint bubble...

#3 Anyone in the market for a 90 TC?!? lol

Edited October 5, 2011 by Mad_Bohemian (see edit history)

[Guest My TC Toy]

1- If you are doing the job yourself, the only cost is for the parts you want to replace. The biggest problem that I see is trying to position a vacuum booster in the restricted space. I think Hemi is doing a conversion now in a previous thread. He may be posting further info. (See Rob221)

2- It is not necessarily how much the car is worth rather than how much it is worth to you. Everyone has their own finances, problems and wants. If you like the car and it's worth doing up for you, go ahead. If not get a new one.

That's the problem with ageing cars, the cost money to keep repaired bt then again the new ones do not quite have the aura. Some people would never purchase a new car while others would never purchase a used one. Whatever your decision, good luck.

Edited October 6, 2011 by My TC Toy (see edit history)

[Hemi Dude]

So I finally got a chance about 2 weeks ago to look into the blown rear brake line on my 1990 TC... it's not pretty..

To do the job right, Since it everything looks like it's on it last legs, I was thinking I should replace everything from the manifold up by the firewall on back, Then today I got in and started her up just to let the engine run a little and get things warmed up and lubricated. I stepped lightly on the brake pedal and it gave back-pressure, then released....hmm... So I let her warm up godd and then after I shut her off I noticed fluids inside by the left front :confused: Upon closer inspection I find more trouble..Now a line on the front blew...:mad:

So this leads me to my two questions...well , actually three.

#1, What's a ball park figure for going through the entire brake system and getting the old Teves system up to snuff.

#2 What is a White/black/black 1990 TC w/150k+? miles, runs great, odometer not working, interior in VERY good condition, everything works with the exception of the trunk release, have manuals and tool kit. Body is good with a 3-4 spots (smaller than dime) where cancer is starting to make the paint bubble...

#3 Anyone in the market for a 90 TC?!? lol

Does your car have a lot of rust on the underside? Does the leak come from the metal brake line itself?

I had a car shipped to my shop from Ohio which was rusted so bad, it was not worth repairing.

The factory Vacuum Booster / Master Cylinder setup from a Chrysler product car such as a LeBaron will fit your TC.

I have just begun the process, well, getting the parts together. There will be photos and written descriptions when I actually perform the swap. This should go down in the next month or so.

[cowancom]

converted mine over 2 years ago. works great.

Do you know anybody who needs a Teves booster?

I have one used in working condition-one new in box.

[Mad_Bohemian]

Thanks for the reply guys. I didn't want to get into a long story (but here goes anyways..lol). I have been laid off for over 3 yrs now, plus I went back to school to get a Physical Therapist Assistant degree and will be done this coming April. We've been makin' it through somehow, but funds for non-essential cars is waaay low on the priority list, as you can imagine, so I'm not sure if I want to hold on to my 90TC (I also have my 89 which is in beautiful condition!) Plus I was thinking it would be nice to have more than just some wiggle room in my garage this winter..lol. I love the sound of my 90, plus I have the upgraded sound system that I put in...so I'm kinda torn about whether get rid of it or keep it for that (somewhat future) project to keep me from getting bored...lol

Does your car have a lot of rust on the underside? Does the leak come from the metal brake line itself?

I had a car shipped to my shop from Ohio which was rusted so bad, it was not worth repairing.

The factory Vacuum Booster / Master Cylinder setup from a Chrysler product car such as a LeBaron will fit your TC.

I have just begun the process, well, getting the parts together. There will be photos and written descriptions when I actually perform the swap. This should go down in the next month or so.

I know the back is from the metal line, not sure about the front. That is what prompted me to consider replacing all the rear lines. Things are kinda rusty under there as far as bolt-on stuff, but the body itself was undercoated so that is pretty solid, but I am thinking the fuel lines will be next on the oops-it-broke-now-I-gotta-fix-it agenda. Bottom line , this TC will never be a good example of a well preserved car... more like a very solid/good foundation for a restoration project, which is not high on my motivation list at the moment.

Maybe I'll just throw the cover back on, wait for your post and deal with it next summer

Cowan can I ask why you opted to convert yours instead of using the new Teves booster?

Thanks again guys!