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Is My Engine Safe If My Timing Belt Snaps?
Well, that depends. There are two types of engine timing configurations: interference, and non-interference.
An interference type engine means that the valve's stroke and piston's stroke take up the same space in the...
I have asked friends who are mechanics to come along and check a vehicle for me in the past. Gave them a drink for their advice and time.
If you have a regular mechanic then perhaps ( with the sellers ok ) take it along to their garage for a check.