99 GP GT timing trouble HELP!

[drick37]

Took the Prix to two mechanics. Both states that a timing chain guide may have broken and I may have some bent valves and guides. The GP is a 99 with only 58k miles on it. I still owe about a $1500 on it. I need a new engine, I am going to keep it for a while (at least a year). What's a good price for a remanufactured 3800 series 2 engine. I'm not a engine tech, so I don't know. There are a few good salvage yards in my area, I was thinking about getting one. Any thoughts? I would appreciate any help.

[richtazz]

Why do they say it "may" have these issues? Before putting a new engine in it, take the timing cover off and see what you have wrong. If you weren't hot-rodding it when it quit, or if it's just noisy and still runs, a new timing chain, gear set and tensioner may fix it.

[maxwedge]

Originally Posted by richtazz

Why do they say it "may" have these issues? Before putting a new engine in it, take the timing cover off and see what you have wrong. If you weren't hot-rodding it when it quit, or if it's just noisy and still runs, a new timing chain, gear set and tensioner may fix it.

Seconded, good advice.

[drick37]

You are right. I'll get to work on the 4th. Thanks for the advice. I'm getting lazy in my old age. But I'm not getting rich. Can't afford a new engine.