timing belt snapped
#1
07-03-2006, 08:37 PM
timing belt snapped
hey all:
i came across this post about timing belt issues on the 1.8T [https://www.audiforums.com/m_91323/tm.htm]. i've got a vw 2001 gti, which i bought used at 74,000 miles from a dealer and currently has just over 80,000 on it. i didn't opt for a dealer warranty. as i was driving down the highway the other day my car died [generator light came on, all the power cut]. i pulled over figuring it was the alternator but after i got it towed to a middle-of-nowhere mechanic [i was in the desert] he told me my timing belt had snapped. i'm about 400 miles away, so i'm dealing with this guy over the phone. anyway, he said when he put the new belt on, the engine wouldn't turn over. at first one of the guys suggested a whole engine replacement [!!!]. but then the main mechanic of the shop said that he could have new valves machined, and that the head and engine were probably okay. he said overall it might be around $1,000 for everything - which is of course better than an engine replacement from someone you don't really know. my questions are:
1. is there anyway i can argue with the makers of this engine about the timing belt issues [mine is also supposed to be good until 105k], even though i don't think i still have the 10 year / 100,000 mile powertrain warranty since i am not the original owner? and
2. is it wise to have someone make new valves?
thanks so much for the help - i could use it.
i came across this post about timing belt issues on the 1.8T [https://www.audiforums.com/m_91323/tm.htm]. i've got a vw 2001 gti, which i bought used at 74,000 miles from a dealer and currently has just over 80,000 on it. i didn't opt for a dealer warranty. as i was driving down the highway the other day my car died [generator light came on, all the power cut]. i pulled over figuring it was the alternator but after i got it towed to a middle-of-nowhere mechanic [i was in the desert] he told me my timing belt had snapped. i'm about 400 miles away, so i'm dealing with this guy over the phone. anyway, he said when he put the new belt on, the engine wouldn't turn over. at first one of the guys suggested a whole engine replacement [!!!]. but then the main mechanic of the shop said that he could have new valves machined, and that the head and engine were probably okay. he said overall it might be around $1,000 for everything - which is of course better than an engine replacement from someone you don't really know. my questions are:
1. is there anyway i can argue with the makers of this engine about the timing belt issues [mine is also supposed to be good until 105k], even though i don't think i still have the 10 year / 100,000 mile powertrain warranty since i am not the original owner? and
2. is it wise to have someone make new valves?
thanks so much for the help - i could use it.
#2
07-03-2006, 11:22 PM
RE: timing belt snapped
1. Youll probably get nowhere argueing vw about the premature failure.
2. Rebuilding the head will usually suffice in fixing the damage caused by a timing belt failure. Carefull inspection of the pistons must be carried out to be sure they are not damaged.
2. Rebuilding the head will usually suffice in fixing the damage caused by a timing belt failure. Carefull inspection of the pistons must be carried out to be sure they are not damaged.
#3
07-06-2006, 04:09 AM
RE: timing belt snapped
the 1.8t are fun engines but just have a problem with the t-belt failing. the valves are prbably the only thing you need but do make sure the head and pistons are okay otherwise a new engine or atleast block is needed.a used 1.8t on ebay isnt too much but still a bit of moolah. if worst come to worst you can probably get a long block for a grand.
#4
07-06-2006, 12:31 PM
RE: timing belt snapped
here is an easy fix.
get the head off, buy a new set of valves. then swap them. put the head back.
the pistons, would mulch the valves. or bend.
PS there is a step, before you instal the valves, you have to make sure they are sited properly.
PSS if posible, tow your car to a good mech, who knows what are those mechs are. ALWAYS HAVE A GOOD MECH, THAT YOU TRUST.
get the head off, buy a new set of valves. then swap them. put the head back.
the pistons, would mulch the valves. or bend.
PS there is a step, before you instal the valves, you have to make sure they are sited properly.
PSS if posible, tow your car to a good mech, who knows what are those mechs are. ALWAYS HAVE A GOOD MECH, THAT YOU TRUST.
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