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I did on the last one I did for the neighbor. That's because they're not expensive, and it saves me the hassle of cleaning it :)
Tuesday at 4:50 PM
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Checks out.
Tuesday at 4:49 PM
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As they work in unison, I would definitely want to keep them both the same brand. The downside to using the aftermarket is if...
Tuesday at 4:42 PM
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Gotcha. Yeah I’ll try to figure it out. Is it necessary to install a new timing cover on? I see some people who do a new cover...
Tuesday at 4:42 PM
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And that solenoid that attaches to the timing cover, actually presses the little button on the actuator to control the variable valve...
Tuesday at 4:40 PM
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Gotcha. I appreciate it. Not sure if Melling sells a solenoid so I’ll have to do some research on them
Tuesday at 4:30 PM
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I have never posted a comment before but I wanted you to know its a bummer the dealer sold you the car. They may have known there were...
Tuesday at 4:29 PM
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I appreciate the comment. And it sounds like you dealt with something similar and kept the engine running for awhile. The current...
Tuesday at 4:19 PM
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I want to say it could be done for around 1100, but I do a lot of other stuff when I do AFM deletes. Like new water pump and hoses...
Tuesday at 4:09 PM
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The solenoid that mounts on the outside of the timing cover
Tuesday at 4:09 PM
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Here's a visual aid that might assist you in understanding how the AFM system can leak a lot of oil. After the oil pressure sending...
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When doing an AFM delete, you buy a flat valley cover that the oil pressure sending unit mounts into. And it does not have the oil...
Tuesday at 4:09 PM
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So this is what the Melling kit comes with. It’s their solenoid, but they label it as solenoid/actuator. And then what you are saying...
Tuesday at 4:09 PM
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And don't even try for "we" to do the work.... If she breaks a nail it will be all your fault!
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