Nweaver87 10 Posted February 23, 2015 Hello to all Corrado owners and lovers. I am new to this world. I've have always been interested in the Corrado but never had the means to own one until now. I picked up my first Corrado this weekend. It is a 1990 1.8 16v. I don't know a whole lot about these cars but it sure is one of my favorites already. It's in no way fast but still a blast to drive and I get looks everywhere I go. Like I said I don't know much about these cars so if anyone can point me in a good direction for parts and whatnot that would be fantastic. Also any advice from seasoned Corrado owners would be very welcome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted February 23, 2015 Welcome to the forum. I see you've bought Awingman's car, looks good. Did you know it was made from 2 cars that were welded together? only kidding, nice buy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nweaver87 10 Posted February 23, 2015 Ha thanks. Unfortunately I've already realized a few issues with the car but nothing too serious. At least not that I can tell yet. Is it normal for the valve cover gaskets to go on these? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray1965 10 Posted February 23, 2015 Hello and a big welcome, you will get all the advise you need on here. Valve cover is either end of it's life or just needs a tighten down. There you go your first bit of advise, might not be correct but there you go.:thumbleft: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted February 23, 2015 Valve cover gasket is likely original so yeah, its probably at the end of its life and certainly not any anything to worry about. Cheap and easy to replace at least! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nweaver87 10 Posted February 23, 2015 Thanks for the responses. I suppose I should have mentioned why I have my concerns for the valve cover gasket. I am getting oil in my spark plug tubes. I'm just assuming that it's the seals that are going which would be included with a valve cover gasket. If that's incorrect feel free to put me in my place about it. Also I was wondering if Corrado owners had get togethers or anything ever? If so what's the best way to find out about such events? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nweaver87 10 Posted February 23, 2015 Oh and does anyone know of anyone who roles fenders (wings) my rear tires rub hard and it's tearing up my tires pretty bad. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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g0ldf1ng3r 14 Posted February 24, 2015 welcome! you have found the right place as there is loads of useful info here & even more helpful members :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mat ed30 10 Posted February 24, 2015 Welcome to site from another newbie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
escrime 10 Posted February 24, 2015 Your car seems very nice! The valve cover gasket is actually pretty cheap and easy to replace. Make sure you get everything though: valve cover gasket, spark plug gasket and the oil seal. It might be a good time to replace the chain driving the camshafts. It's also a cheap part. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
