Date: Mon, 08 Oct 2007 14:55:30 -0400 From: Steve B. <nonenospam.com> Subject: Re: Timing Chain failure at 46k miles
On Mon, 08 Oct 2007 07:53:04 -0700, Grumpy Mike <dalcassian301nospamom.net> wrote: > >I am not a DIY type but I am suspicious, and a bit pissed off at the >idea of having to pay Ä1700 for repairs to a car with such low >mileage. (Especially as I don't have that kind of money) > >Any advice would be appreciated. > >A very grumpy Mike VGM: Short trips like you describe are about the worst thing you can do to an engine short of pouring sand in the oil fill. The second worse thing you can do is rev the hell out it to get it to go when you know there is a problem. The timing belt isn't broken in two, it has failed in a manner that let it slip. One of the tensioner's was probably the root of the problem but at this point it all has to be redone. I would get a list of exactly what parts they intend to replace and what they intend to do while they have the engine apart. Pulling the oil pan is a good idea as shrapnel from whatever failed fell down in there plus it is always a good idea to clean out the pan and oil pickup screen. I don't understand why they are pulling the head off unless they know / suspect you have valve train damage. Can't comment on pricing as I'm not in your country. Steve B.
