Hi, i have a problem wirhy my vw Polo clp engine, ir keep...
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Gavin Perry
290 days ago
Hi my name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* am here to help you today you will have to fit the full timing chain kit as the tensioners go weak and let the chain slip hence you keep getting bent valves.
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Hi, i have a problem wirhy my vw Polo clp engine, ir keeps on bending valves althoufh the timing is set right. First they suspect the chain, now m being told to buy the whole timing kit cos the chain keeps a on getting loose M...
Hi, i have a problem wirhy my vw Polo clp engine, ir keeps on bending valves althoufh the timing is set right. First they suspect the chain, now m being told to buy the whole timing kit cos the chain keeps a on getting loose Mechanic's Assistant: How many miles are on the VW? Have you noticed any change in your gas mileage lately? 290000 kms Mechanic's Assistant: What year is your Polo? 2011 model Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Polo yourself? What have you tried so far? Yes i took it to a mechanic. We changed valves, and a chain also Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? Is it wise to buy the whole timing Kit?