Slammed90Lude
Senior Member
So I'm asking here, because I don't really know where else I would ask. A friend of mine has a 1998 Chevy Malibu with 150k miles on it. This past week, the camshaft broke, literally in two pieces. Oh well, that's chevy quality for ya.
Anyway, he's wondering what the best COA would be. The car isn't worth much, probably about $4k in great, running condition. Replacing the engine would be costly and probably not worth it, but he isn't sure.
What is everyone's opinion on what he might do? I was wondering if the came snapped, but the pistons didn't sustain damage, popping a new head on the motor might be the solution, but I'm not sure of the extent of the damage.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions guys.
-Corie
Anyway, he's wondering what the best COA would be. The car isn't worth much, probably about $4k in great, running condition. Replacing the engine would be costly and probably not worth it, but he isn't sure.
What is everyone's opinion on what he might do? I was wondering if the came snapped, but the pistons didn't sustain damage, popping a new head on the motor might be the solution, but I'm not sure of the extent of the damage.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions guys.
-Corie