I will be checking the timing belt tomorrow. i wish i knew more of the history on this car it seems like it was abused. it also looks like it had a very small fire under the hood as all of the foam stuff is melted but thepait on the top isnt messed up and the wiring is in ok shape.

 

Melted foam debris from fire fell into cylinder through spark plug opening(s)?

 

Probably not as it “turned over and tried to run”.


When it “tried to run” did it back fire? That could cause the timing belt to jump and valves to hit.

Or, did it slowly bind? That would indicate bearing seizure, or the like.

There is also possibility of hydro lock, in which case it should turn the other way, but use caution in doing so.

Hopefully it just let loose some carbon buildup which, hopefully, didn’t bend valves.

Checking timing belt is a good place to start.

Hoping for the best, keep us posted.

 

update the timing belt is in great shape but i smelled gas on the dip stick so i drained the oil and large chunks of metal came out. as i figure it the engine is done for. this is a sad day! thank you everyone for all of the help..

 

The transmission is pretty high value...5 speeds rather rare. I am sure you will get some inquires..

 

I would suggest that you remove the engine and locate the damage. Until till then it is all guess work.

 

Still would like to know engine number to determine if it might have been an engine swap of an automatic's engine into the 5 speed car sometime before you bought it. Just curious from root cause perspective.

The automatic setup has caused more than its share of engine failures (Thrust bearing failure).

Also, where are you located? Might be interested in what's left.

 

engine number- m28/41 81h01111

 

5-speed engine.

 

the car might be for sale if i cant find a motor for cheap.

 

Let us know where you are. Perhaps someone can help you locally.

 

im in mount vernon washington

 

Define cheap. If you are thinking of dropping in a used motor without pulling the heads and doing a refresh, kind of a waste of time IMHO. I don't see any reasonable action ahead of you that most would call cheap, that wouldn't in the longer run be even more expensive.

 

SBC