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Old 02-20-2007, 03:16 AM   #10
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Originally Posted by idheaton
i agree with Jim in regards that it could be a number of things but worse case scenario....

misfiring can cause burnt valves (not good) and if it has to do with a bad cam..that means your valves are not in sync and that could mean the potential for bent valves and a damaged cylinder head...i shudder to think what that might cost.

not wanting to scare you as it may be something minor but as the saying goes...better safe than sorry.

good luck with figuring it out and i hope all turns out well with it.


yeah i agree, though the garage told me that i there doesnt seem to be any risks if i carry on driving, im mot feeling so comfortable driving it, especially when i'm in traffic and the engine shudders and dies!
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