No pulleys turning

1998 HONDA CIVIC
220,000 MILES • 1.6L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CBRASSO
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Okay, I’m assuming timing belt. No pulleys are turning directly out the front of the engine. Car is running but making a loud tapping/knocking noise.
Sep 6, 2020 at 4:03 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

If the crankshaft pulley is not turning, then you have a major engine issue. The front of the crankshaft is not turning. This means the front of the shaft has broken off.

You will need to replace the motor.

Roy
Sep 6, 2020 at 4:08 AM
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CBRASSO
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Okay Roy, I appreciate the response. Not worth fixing. Thanks again.
Sep 6, 2020 at 4:39 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Sep 6, 2020 at 4:51 AM
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CBRASSO
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ASEMASTER6371 turned out to be the harmonic balancer was really loose like it would fall out of the block. Car was scrapped so just wanted to give a finding on the matter. Thanks
Sep 18, 2020 at 12:50 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Sep 18, 2020 at 12:53 AM
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