2003 Buick Century bent valves

2003 BUICK CENTURY
125 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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WAP11191
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will my valves bend if my timing belt breaks?
Dec 29, 2009 at 7:51 PM
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ERNEST CLARK
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It depends on which motor you have under the hood. If you have any motor other than the 3800 V-8, then "Yes", your valves will bend.

With the push-rod version (3800), that won't happen.

But either way, you should replace the timing belt before it breaks. Why not spend a little to save a lot???
Dec 29, 2009 at 10:35 PM
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WAP11191
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thank you for information
Dec 30, 2009 at 10:13 AM
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