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1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4

 

Question: do you think it jumped timing

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fidell321, 3.0L V6 Turbo, Louisville, GA, December 15, 2012, 16:53
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when i changed the plugs the back three plugs the tip was bent to the side car ran great while test driving then shut down now it spins like there is no timing belt on it but cams are turning but no start

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    ziptie12 December 15, 2012, 17:37
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    Sounds like belt broke or stripped. Turn crank to TDC and check cam gear marks.

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    PARTS GUY December 15, 2012, 20:32
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    I believe ziptie 12 is correct. Do a mechanical compression check. There should be no more than 20% difference between cylinders. If you have bent valves it will be time to purchase another vehicle. Sorry

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