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12-02-2004, 12:25 AM | #1 | |
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3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
according to the very detailed up-to-date manual my long time Import mechanic shop had on hand.
Source of book was Alldata, I believe, on Timing belt instructions, set-ups, etc for all import cars. This guy showed me every page listed for Isuzu engines. I always knew the 4-cylinders were interference, but I thought the SOHC 3.2L V6 (specifically 97yr) was a NON-interference engine. Man, now I'm kind of worried - I have 70K+ on this 2nd timing belt; a truck that does see moderate heat 70-95's in the summer and 20-50's winter, which heat/cold has been known to eat belts. It clearly stated that the 6VD1, for 96-97 as well as 98+ ARE interference engines, and a broken belt will destroy the engine. I know several of you have said that the 96-97yrs are a NON-interference, but can you provide information on how you know that. It does seem that every manual, internet sight, says one thing, and something else says another. So I don't know WHAT to believe. Anybody have any personal proof that the belt breaking does NOT do damage? Thanks!
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I think the Alldata information is wrong. I have also read and heard conflicting opinions about this subject. The service advisor at the local Isuzu dealership told me it was an interference engine, but his reply was "off the top of his head".
Here is a link to the Gates website and a catalog with interference engines noted with an asterisk (*)- http://www.gates.com/downloads/downl...older=brochure Gates would know, wouldn't they? Here is someone who had the timing belt break on their 3.2l engine- http://forums.vmag.com/suvrodeo0300/messages/331.html When I first bought my Rodeo, I was concerned about the timing belt breaking and taking out the engine. I don't worry about it anymore. Dale |
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Here we go again
All variants of the isuzu 3.2/3.5's (1993-2004) are non-interference engines. This has been verified by several experienced isuzu techs as well as individuals who did a DIY Timing belt replacement & initially had the valve timing set WAY off. No damage. There's lots of documentation out there with wrong information. G/luck Joel
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
I know we've beaten it to the ground. And I apologize, it's just that gosh darn book scared the beejeebee's out of me - as I darn well don't have the cash to replace an engine. And with X-mas, I'm short handed funds to do the belt as well.
Thanks again, ya'll. I promise not to ask again - and thanks for providing more proof!
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12-02-2004, 06:41 PM | #5 | |
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
it is considered by Isuzu to be an interference engine however I heve never seen valve damage on a 3.2 due to a broken belt I have even gon as far as cranking my 96 trooper over 3.2L without the timing belt just to prove it will not damage anything
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12-02-2004, 08:35 PM | #6 | |
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I think....and I may be wrong.....that having an interference engine is not a guarantee that if the timing belt breaks you will have engine damage. Interference engine just means that there is a possibility of damage. Interference or no, it would appear that the tendency for these vehicles is to not be damaged by timing that is way off or T-belts breaking.
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12-02-2004, 10:31 PM | #7 | |
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
correct some auto makers know it will be ok if the belt does break butt just incase something bad would happen they could then say told you so
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
Just an FYI .... the poster before you is a Certified Isuzu tech ...
the 3.2 is a non-interference engine ....
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
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I know several people who have been ripped off by mechanics who claimed that their broken timing belt caused damage when it didn't. This is pretty common practice with thief mechanics. 98+ 3.2L V-6's have a very unusual procedure for setting valve timing. None of the mass marketed repair manuals detail the correct procedure. Many, MANY people have timed their engines incorrectly and run them. No damage. Many people have broken timing belts. No damage.
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
Two Thousand Five Hundred and Thirty One Views ...9 answers and no one can agree if the engine is an interference engine or not !!!!!!!!I find it mind boggling that people can't agree on this subject. How many of you had timing belts snap??? Did the Valves bend?? If 15 belts broke and every one had the valves bend then there is your answer. If one guy had valves bend either he had other problems i.e suck a valve down, or drop a valve......I personally know of a Rodeo 2000 v6 3.2 with a broken timing belt and the car turned over like a champ....but you knew the belt was broken because the rocker arms were not going anywhere.......SO that leads me to sumize that the engine is a NON INTERFERENCE ENGINE........
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
I have been into these engines before. I know a couple retired Isuzu Techs. I know OTHER people who have been into this engine. I know others who have snapped t-belts. There is no discussion here. The 100% absolute truth of the matter is, the 3.2L and 3.5L Isuzu, 6VD1 and 6VE1 engines are NON-INTERFERENCE. I have tested this myself. Others have tested this. The ONLY exception is the DIRECT INJECTION engines that were available for 2004.
If you paid a mechanic to rebuild or replace your engine or cylinder heads due to bent valves because of a broken timing belt, you were RIPPED OFF.
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
Yep - Cat Fuzz 100% correct.
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Re: 3.2L V6 IS an interference engine
hi so just seeing if anyone can shed some extra light on this subject?
issue is the timing belt has strip teeth etc, the person with the vehicle has pulled all the front off and summary so far is the cams have bent both of them and are sitting off set? has anyone had a similar issue? |
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