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Knowing what info is in each of the manuals will aid you greatly in the future for quick troubleshooting, or identification of parts required. They can be overwhelming for a new owner, but almost everything you need to know, is contained in their pages.
It depends on the machine, and how good the price was. Mucho money has been made parting out units... how do you think we fix them? Not all parts are available new :)
My personal 802 parts machine was purchased as a runner, but became a parts unit. Didn't have much choice in my case, but many...
I would definitely see if it can be repaired first. I have a radiator out of an 802 (believe its the same no matter if its an 802, or 803... not checking the TMs at the moment) but I know it had a small area with a little green oxidation buildup, so it might have a pinhole leak. In looking up...