2000 Holden Vectra Hey Driving Car Along Highway Tasmania Model Suddenly Timing

2000 HOLDEN VECTRA
180,000 MILES
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JORDON121
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hey i was driving my car along a highway in tasmania. a holden vectra 2000 model and then suddenly the timing belt broke i was just wondering what the chance is that it has done more damage than just the belt please help.
Jan 19, 2013 at 4:51 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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We don't have info on that make here in the US but there are very few that won't do severe damage. You would have to put a belt on it and do a leakdown test to find out.
Jan 19, 2013 at 5:06 AM
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JORDON121
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thanks
Jan 19, 2013 at 5:18 AM
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JORDON121
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do you no where i could get some more info on this car thanks
Jan 19, 2013 at 5:19 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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If I did I would have already given it to you.
Jan 19, 2013 at 5:20 AM
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