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Citroen C2 snapped timing belt - should I have a go at fixing


jaycey001

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The TU engine is quite easy to work on, I’d whip the head off, see if there’s any damage and swap the head complete with valves if the piston crowns are OK. Discount code for Euro Crap parts/autodoc you should be able to get it running again for around £100-150

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You don't mention if it is an 8v 1.4 or a 16v 1.6

The latter is more expensive a repair unless using a part-worn head. 

You'll need a head gasket set, timing belt kit with tensioners and a water pump. 

Make sure all the debris from the old belt is removed.  Timing hole for the crank is behind the cap for the oil filter housing. 

Check the sills are alright before even considering it. 

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44 minutes ago, ruffgeezer said:

You don't mention if it is an 8v 1.4 or a 16v 1.6

The latter is more expensive a repair unless using a part-worn head. 

You'll need a head gasket set, timing belt kit with tensioners and a water pump. 

Make sure all the debris from the old belt is removed.  Timing hole for the crank is behind the cap for the oil filter housing. 

Check the sills are alright before even considering it. 

single cam , 8 valve head , should be ok to lift ,

just wondering if it will need skimming ...

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14 minutes ago, MikeR said:

single cam , 8 valve head , should be ok to lift ,

just wondering if it will need skimming ...

I know a place in Bootle that will skim it. I would say 100%. 

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On 3/10/2022 at 2:33 PM, bigfella2 said:

Would it need skimming though? it not like the head gasket has gone causing it to overheat, so in theory the head should still be flat.

In theory yes you may be correct. No history of being overheated etc... examine head machined face, no pitting or other damage... throw a steel rule across the face and check its square. Always worked for me

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