1994 Nissan 300ZX broken timing belt

Tiny
CHUCKAK51
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  • 1994 NISSAN 300ZX
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 136,000 MILES
Driving at 30 mph, I heard a slapping engine noise, the engine stopped running and I pulled over. The timing belt broke! I am in the middle of putting a new one on. After draining the engine oil I looked for metal flakes ( I was told that this may be an indication that engine damage occurred) It was clear of foreign bodies so I have continued replacement procedure. I have been told the engine is shot by some and others say it is ok. My question is two fold; 1) Who should I believe and 2) how can I test valve pressure prior to starting so that I don't bend valves worse. Thanks
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Thursday, January 1st, 2009 AT 7:52 PM

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Tiny
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To check the engine to see if you have "Bent Valves" re-install timing belt then do a compression test. If you have bent valves you'll have Zero compression.

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Tuesday, January 6th, 2009 AT 6:29 PM

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