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How a failed timing belt can destroy an engine fast

The timing belt or chain sits at the center of an engine’s rhythm, quietly keeping pistons and valves in sync. When it fails, ...
The Globe and Mail

Is there a test to see if my car’s timing belt really needs to be replaced when the manual suggests?

I’m a long-time, still-very-satisfied owner of a 2001 Nissan Xterra SE 4x4 SUV that’s served me extremely well as a second vehicle for the 20-plus years and 165,000 miles (265,000 kilometres) since I ...
The Florida Times-Union

Let's check the facts on timing-belt story

About a year ago, I had the timing belt replaced on my 2003 Subaru Outback. Then, last week, I had the head gasket replaced at a different shop. When they replaced the head gasket, they looked at my ...
Motor Trend

Ford Camshaft Timing - Degreed To Go

You lean on the throttle and your classic Ford runs like it's chained to a tree. Maybe it's overheating or the exhaust headers glow red-hot under a light load. Performance and reliability begin with ...