Water pump and timing?

1993 DODGE STEALTH
100,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MOSES GRIFFITH
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What happened after water pump change? If belts aren’t tight what happens? Will the car start?
Jul 12, 2023 at 9:53 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

What belt are you referring to? If it is the timing belt, certainly if it isn't timed properly or tight, it won't start. Actually, if this is a DOHC or 24-valve engine, you will cause internal damage if the timing isn't correct.

If it is a SOHC, there are no interference concerns. I attached a pic below of a SOHC engine. Is that how you had the timing marks aligned?

Let me know.

Joe

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Jul 13, 2023 at 5:31 AM
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MOSES GRIFFITH
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Thanks just fixed the timing in my 93 dodge stealth es.
Jul 28, 2023 at 5:00 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Thanks for the update. I love those cars. LOL I always wanted one, but no such luck.

Enjoy it and feel free to come back anytime in the future. You are always welcome.

Take care,

Joe
Jul 29, 2023 at 1:20 PM
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