1999 Audi A4 I wanted to no

Tiny
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Im looking at getting a 1999 Audi the timing belt went out can that mess up the engine at all?
Tuesday, June 15th, 2010 AT 3:32 AM

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Tiny
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Hi there,

this will do serious engine damage, i would leave it well alone, see pic for a sample of valve damage from one of these engines.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/61395_valves3_1.jpg



Mark (mhpautos)
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Tuesday, June 15th, 2010 AT 5:52 AM

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