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7/5/2008 1:09:24 AM

New timing and oil pump chains/sprockets on a 2AZ-FE yesterday. I need to button it all back up today with new water pump, thermostat, spark plugs, addressing some oil leaks, etc.

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8/31/2026 7:33:23 AM

Finished up that timing chain job, but discovered that it needs a radiator. Got that removed and waiting on parts now. Also decided to replace the belt tensioner as it's cooked.

8/31/2026 7:34:05 PM

Diagnosed an AC system. Changed my own flat tire on the way to pick up an engine hoist.

9/1/2026 10:02:42 PM

Replaced a starter on an Altima in a hot ass parking lot.

9/2/2026 9:36:22 PM

Thought I got the Camry finished up, but it still won't start. I think it kissed some valves when it jumped timing. I checked for that with a borescope camera and didn't see any damage, but I think they're just barely bent. Pushed it back out of the shop. I've got a couple other jobs to get done before I can jump back on it, assuming they want to dump some more money in it.

Also replaced an AC compressor clutch on a Honda Fit.

9/3/2026 7:59:14 PM

Yesterday I tore a 3.5L Cyclone in an Explorer down to the water pump. Putting it back together with new timing chains and tensioners today. Those cam phaser bolts were something. Got them smoking hot with my induction heater and broke them loose with a 26" ratchet. No room for an impact.

9/5/2026 7:40:36 AM

Got the Ford 3.5L water pump and timing job all back together and out. Replaced a throttle body on an Escape. Replaced an APP sensor on an Acura TL.

9/5/2026 6:41:52 PM