lol got a 2.7 with 179000 mile.. been thru it all rod knock, lifters tapping, pcv valve, canister purge problems etc.. my car cost more than a bmw. luv it tho good looks and it was my first..lls. taught me alot abt cars
I would definately recommend a model that has the 3.2 or the 3.5. Those engines are bulletproof and go well over 200K with minimal work. However, if you are looking at the 2.7, find one that was cared for and see if you can get any or all service records. Have it checked over by a trusted mechanic before you buy it. Then just make sure to change your oil every 3000 miles with a good synthetic oil and you should be fine. There are people that have gotten quite a bit of miles from these engines.
oh ok thatnks, i got a 95 oldsmobile cutlass ciera with 68K 3.1 liter engine insted, seems like a good car for now. but thanks for advice about the dodge
Not a problem! GM's 3.1 is a solid engine, and you should be safe, especially with only 68K on it, the only thing with those is that they tend to get a bit noisy, but thats it! In case you care! lol
oh yeah its probably always better to buy bigger engine cars, my friend he got an 89 chevy truck v8 5.0 liter with 160K works strong. but any ways thanks again
no some have problems with the computer that extremly effects the transmission by jerking stalling and shifting late the 2.7L has extreme problems with engine sludge so every 18K miles they need an engine flush and when you put the oil back in use mobil 1 fully synthetic dodges work best with it and use a fram tough guard oil filter basically if you take decent care of it it will pay you back mine running great at 133K and my friend has his at 321K and it still runnin good just take care of it
First if you are not the original owner, I'd bet it was already replaced.
Also, Chrysler made some changes in the design which improved but still didn't eliminate susceptibility to sludge and failure. Stratus also, with transverse positioning of the engine somehow poss. better cooling isn't quite as susceptible as the LH series.
If you used synthetic and didn't follow Chrysler's 6000-7500MI owners manual intervals, it might be ok.
yeah reving an engine that makes lifter noise that doesn't go away isn't a good idea.
the lifters natrually are last to receive oil. you can have low oil pressure and it just not be quite low enough to trigger the light if the pressure light isn't on.
sounds to me like sludge or cooked oil in some of the engine passages, very common due to the design of these engines, often even with regular oil changes. Check out dodgechryslerengineproblems dot com for more info.
for a Stratus, 2.7L but I hear the problem is not quite as common because of the transverse positioning of the engine somehow the way the engine is cooled makes it less susceptible.
If you are not the original owner I'd still bet money the engine was already likely replaced prior.
Also if synthetic oil is used (not a requirement by Chrysler) or oil changes are every 3,000 instead of the 6,000-7,500 the manual states are acceptable then you will have less of a chance.
i think that if you don't get those internal parts spinning good, then you are bound to get sludge buildup. that's why i open it up once and a while with manual shift. mechanic said it himself :that is a silver clean engine:
lol got a 2.7 with 179000 mile.. been thru it all rod knock, lifters tapping, pcv valve, canister purge problems etc.. my car cost more than a bmw. luv it tho good looks and it was my first..lls. taught me alot abt cars
phantomblack0683 2 months ago
Uhh ohh...Another nightmare 2.7...Good luck!
Crazcompart 4 months ago
car is junk i am surprised its running. no map sensor and it looks like the egr tube was cut off.
bmx13223 2 years ago
so people who have dodge intrepid should i buy this model or it piece of shit?
gaivoron 2 years ago
I would definately recommend a model that has the 3.2 or the 3.5. Those engines are bulletproof and go well over 200K with minimal work. However, if you are looking at the 2.7, find one that was cared for and see if you can get any or all service records. Have it checked over by a trusted mechanic before you buy it. Then just make sure to change your oil every 3000 miles with a good synthetic oil and you should be fine. There are people that have gotten quite a bit of miles from these engines.
stuwip839 2 years ago
oh ok thatnks, i got a 95 oldsmobile cutlass ciera with 68K 3.1 liter engine insted, seems like a good car for now. but thanks for advice about the dodge
gaivoron 2 years ago
Not a problem! GM's 3.1 is a solid engine, and you should be safe, especially with only 68K on it, the only thing with those is that they tend to get a bit noisy, but thats it! In case you care! lol
stuwip839 2 years ago
oh thanks man, it runs really good right now i hope it will work for me through 4 year college.
gaivoron 2 years ago
oh yeah its probably always better to buy bigger engine cars, my friend he got an 89 chevy truck v8 5.0 liter with 160K works strong. but any ways thanks again
gaivoron 2 years ago
no some have problems with the computer that extremly effects the transmission by jerking stalling and shifting late the 2.7L has extreme problems with engine sludge so every 18K miles they need an engine flush and when you put the oil back in use mobil 1 fully synthetic dodges work best with it and use a fram tough guard oil filter basically if you take decent care of it it will pay you back mine running great at 133K and my friend has his at 321K and it still runnin good just take care of it
Choirboyjr11 2 years ago
lifters are on an overhead valve engine. that a rod knocking. Hey, at least the car looks good as a pet rock in the drive way.
mikeexplosion 2 years ago
heh
i must have a good model
cause i got a 2.7L qith now 113.265miles
and comin around to anothetr oil change
no probs
all highway
2002
SE strat
Muscleman361 3 years ago
there are many variables.
First if you are not the original owner, I'd bet it was already replaced.
Also, Chrysler made some changes in the design which improved but still didn't eliminate susceptibility to sludge and failure. Stratus also, with transverse positioning of the engine somehow poss. better cooling isn't quite as susceptible as the LH series.
If you used synthetic and didn't follow Chrysler's 6000-7500MI owners manual intervals, it might be ok.
dcxsucks 3 years ago
I'm the original owner of the car.
bought it new in 2002
from a Dodge dealership.
just got the plugs replaced today.
my mistake 116.467miles
runs like a top. NO SLUDGE
i know you really don't like dodge
but com on
at least they have cars that at least drive
Muscleman361 3 years ago
Have same problem with 2.7 oil light turn on and off ...Answer is more like sludge,,car has only 53,000 miles it's a shame.chrysler
needs to recall this engine.
dogsgone 4 years ago
yeah reving an engine that makes lifter noise that doesn't go away isn't a good idea.
the lifters natrually are last to receive oil. you can have low oil pressure and it just not be quite low enough to trigger the light if the pressure light isn't on.
sounds to me like sludge or cooked oil in some of the engine passages, very common due to the design of these engines, often even with regular oil changes. Check out dodgechryslerengineproblems dot com for more info.
dcxsucks 4 years ago
hi.
i just got to look at my 2.7L from the oilpan
removed. and, it was all bright silver
116.000miles and all 200horses
no sludge, beautiful car.
Muscleman361 3 years ago
for a Stratus, 2.7L but I hear the problem is not quite as common because of the transverse positioning of the engine somehow the way the engine is cooled makes it less susceptible.
If you are not the original owner I'd still bet money the engine was already likely replaced prior.
Also if synthetic oil is used (not a requirement by Chrysler) or oil changes are every 3,000 instead of the 6,000-7,500 the manual states are acceptable then you will have less of a chance.
dcxsucks 3 years ago
original owner of the car
cost close to 20grand
because it is a sports edition.
original engine. it goes and kicks good.
i think that if you don't get those internal parts spinning good, then you are bound to get sludge buildup. that's why i open it up once and a while with manual shift. mechanic said it himself :that is a silver clean engine:
Muscleman361 3 years ago
Revving the living crap out of a motor is good for it. (sarcasm)
Replace the timing chain, guides, and water pump.
thew3ap0n 4 years ago
sounds like my trep. but I think my problem might by the power steering pump. btw, does your oil light flicker?
intrepidrob 4 years ago
Mine does all the time.
and does your car ever rev on its own when you start it.
my car is such a piece of shit.
iluvthemedicdroid 3 years ago