Timing Belt Snapped on1.6 Ecotec Engine

[Astraab]

by the way if you want to get the head off its really simple buy you need a Torx set , they are cheap tho http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Brand-New-10-piece-3-8-Inch-Quality-Torx-Bit-Socket-Set_W0QQitemZ400115154296QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Hand_Tools_Equipment?hash=item5d28b8bd78#ht_2199wt_939

dont use normal socket set as youll F**k the torx heads up

 

[Rusty]

just seen this 1.8???? isnt 1.8 upwards big block and 1.6 small block? if so youll need need new front legs , hubs , drive shafts ect

There is a small block 1.8 16v as well

 

[Damian6313]

I had a N reg 1.6 16v GLS in Rio Verde green a few years ago, which suffered a snapped timing belt. After removing the head, I discovered 15 bent valves and 6 cracked valve guides. When the belt snapped, the engine hadn't long been started, so it was effectively on the auto choke (idle speed was approximately 1200 rpm). I found it cheaper (and easier) to locate a good replacement head and fit that instead. Think I only paid about £50 for the complete head.

Good luck with it buddy, and I hope your's isn't as battered as mine was

 

[astrasaloon]

did you get my pm ???

 

[ASTRA91]

yeah i did m8 thanks will drop you a text