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2002 Taurus Wagon valves won't hold pressure


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amylynn6
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Jul 27, 2010, 7:40 PM

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I have a 2002 Taurus wagon with almost 180,000 miles on it. In February I got a new timing chain on (my mechanic said it would fix the problem of a rough-funning engine). Months later and he finally diagnosed completely and found that the 3rd and 4th pistons valves aren't holding any pressure. My neighbor says I can pull the valves and just replace them with something from a junkyard or parts place. My mechanic thinks I should replace my engine. Any input would be welcome!


Loren Champlain Sr
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Jul 28, 2010, 5:47 PM

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amy; With that many miles, I'd lean towards engine replacement, but that's just me.
Loren
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Hammer Time
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Jul 28, 2010, 6:17 PM

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I agree with Loren. It has too many miles to be messing with that engine. You definitely can't just slap a couple used valves in it. That won't work.



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