Thanks all, I will check out the valves for clearance, but feel quite hopeful now !
Might get to Stoneleigh in a kit car after all !. On Mar 29, 7:34 pm, markymark <[email protected]> wrote: > hi Andrew > my 1.6 pinto busted the cam belt a 6000 rpm with no problem put belt > on started right up > mark > > On Mar 29, 12:32 am, Andrew <[email protected]> wrote: > > > After much delay I have found my cambelt was shredded after all around > > the lower wheel. When it happened, no great noise, or any signs of > > damage. > > I am still intending to go for a newer engine as per last post and > > Stoneleigh is the best place to get more info, so my thought is.... > > can I get the 1.6 pinto running again to get me there. > > > All advice welcome, re likely damage, I have never stripped an engine, > > played with valves etc so full detail would be appreciated. > > > At the moment, everything seems to turn, but how freely should this > > happen - bottom end is quite easy, water pump and distribution wheel > > very easily, the top end turns, but a bit stiff - is this simply the > > resistance of the springs? > > > What other checks can I do ideally without taking the head off ? > > > What is the general consensus from those with experience? give it a > > go / take the hit move on. > > > Thanks > > > Andrew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Quantum Owners Group" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an "As Is" basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s).
