Re: V6 Bent Valve Mystery

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Subject: Re: V6 Bent Valve Mystery
From: Mark Denovich <mark@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Mon, 09 Jun 2003 22:35:51 -0400
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The mechanical tensioner is extremely intolerant of having the engine rotate backwards. (another strike against it, in my book.) When rotating backwards the spring arm unloads, and the belt slips easily. Take care to not let this happnen... be careful when parking on hills.

--Mark
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References:
- V6 Bent Valve Mystery
  - From: phil caterino
- Re: V6 Bent Valve Mystery
  - From: Daegrigg (Don)

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