The drain plug somehow came out right after the oil change. The car was driven 2 miles and shut off. I replaced the plug and put new oil back in. Is the engine ruined or is there any way I can get it to work for about the next two weeks until I can afford a new engine so I can get back and forth to work?
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 1:00 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,
Does the engine turn?
If it does, will it start?
If it does not, then no, you need the engine replaced now.
Can you send me a video of the engine when you try to start it?
Roy
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 1:05 PM
SUBLIME30
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Yes, give me one second.
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 1:22 PM
ASEMASTER6371
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Okay.
Roy
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 1:33 PM
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Here is the video:
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 1:48 PM
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Did you get the video?
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 1:52 PM
ASEMASTER6371
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Thanks. It sounds like the main bearings are locked up.
No way to get any more time out of it.
Roy
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 1:59 PM
SUBLIME30
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If that is it can change them myself?
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 2:19 PM
SUBLIME30
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And do you think the main bearings being locked up is it?
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 2:19 PM
ASEMASTER6371
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You need to replace the entire engine.
Do you have a lift, engine crane and all the tools to replace the engine?
Roy
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 2:23 PM
SUBLIME30
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No, but I know a mechanic.
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Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 3:29 PM
ASEMASTER6371
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Okay, then he/she should know what to do.
I would look for a good used motor. That would keep the cost down for you.