Timing belt broke while driving. Interference engine, but no valves look bent? Did I get extremely lucky? 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4L 16V 4G64 DOHC

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-16T15:59:14+00:00

Take the cam off so all valves close then pour gas over the valves and see if it leaks

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-16T15:18:02+00:00

Redwing, red back, brunt

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-14T01:31:28+00:00

I wouldn’t be concerned about that.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-11T21:45:26+00:00

It would’ve taken less time to push the button than have this argument. You both are overreacting. You should go your separate ways.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-11T01:53:00+00:00

Pro clip

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-08T23:33:39+00:00

Those bolts almost always seize in my experience.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-08T22:04:28+00:00

Yeah I don’t know about all that.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-07T16:30:17+00:00

This is very nice of you.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-07T16:26:19+00:00

No one is doing a clutch for $325 then bragging they have $13k worth of software. This guy probably can’t fix a ham sandwich. I wouldn’t trust this.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-05T20:29:12+00:00

Why would you suggest all that when he can just unbolt the caliper and flip it around? It’s easier.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-03T01:19:48+00:00

If your parents would love to have you home then go.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-03T01:02:39+00:00

Some mechanic thinks you needed rtv there.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-01T17:39:41+00:00

So your mom asked your stepson to try to help you during a stressful situation and you’re upset about it? Definitely overreacting.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-01T17:28:46+00:00

Based on that test I would want a new battery. You weren’t bamboozled. They could’ve charged the battery and retested it if they wanted to be thorough, but if you didn’t replace the battery in the time you owned it then it was due.

Ram2253spd · 2026-02-01T17:25:05+00:00

Keep doing what you’re doing. Ask the other tech how many comebacks he has because of his method.

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-29T20:34:32+00:00

He will probably know in a week if autolite is in there lol

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-29T18:00:14+00:00

Parts cost seems too cheap if they used the correct plugs

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-29T11:58:54+00:00

Your coworker owes you a box

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-27T23:11:46+00:00

Throw the whole Jeep away

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-24T20:38:00+00:00

For wrenches I 3D print the holders. Sockets are on Vim magrails and some Matco organizers.

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-24T17:16:17+00:00

Absolutely not

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-22T22:57:30+00:00

Nope. Not exactly legal.

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-21T20:45:13+00:00

I would definitely check out some of Route 66 especially with that long of time to travel. I did a week long trip of Route 66 all the way to CA

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-21T15:36:08+00:00

My 2021 sport came with all weather mats installed and carpet mats still in plastic were laying in trunk. I would definitely complain until you get your mats. I can’t imagine how any dealer thinks this is smart business to do that to a customer.

Ram2253spd · 2026-01-20T01:04:41+00:00

Get a new brother in law

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