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Search Auto Parts Search 98 forester timing repair concerns Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Engine Troubleshooting wdano Novice Sep 18, 2009, 5:54 PM Post #1 of 3 (995 views) 98 forester timing repair concerns Sign In have bought 98 forester, subaru 2.5L, car is mint even with 250K km on it, got it dirt cheap...was being sold as timing belt broke. am told this is an interference engine and valve damage during breakage or attempts to roll car over after that is 99% likely, and if so engine is not worth repairing. i want to test engine somehow before coughing up for new one. was also told a manual compression test can diagnose this potential valve issue...two questions 1st will this work, 2nd will this further damage engine thanks. dan. (This post was edited by wdano on Sep 18, 2009, 6:37 PM) Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Sep 18, 2009, 7:03 PM Post #2 of 3 (990 views) Re: 98 forester timing repair concerns Sign In I'm afraid everyone would love to be able to determine valve damage before repairing a timing but but unfortunately, that's not possible. There are only 2 ways to determine potential damage. Repair the timing belt and then take a complete compression test Tear down the engine before the timing belt repair to inspect for damage. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. wdano Novice Sep 19, 2009, 10:46 AM Post #3 of 3 (980 views) Re: 98 forester timing repair concerns Sign In yup...exactly as i vaguely remembered, thanks for your time Hammer. cheers. dan.   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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