Towed to chevy dealer who said it was the timing chain (about $1,100). Just wondering how acturate this call is. My brother didn't hear it break. I'm guessing there would have been a loud noise. Also there hadn't been any signs (like noises) leading up to the incident.
The van will start, turn the serpentine belt but not the rotor (distributor). I looked in the oil filler hole to try and notice any rocker movement while cranking the engine -- none could be seen.
I swapped out the ignition coil. No different. Also removed the TCC connector to see if that might be the problem -- also no go, cranks but no run.
I guess what I'm asking before I try and tear off the timing cover et.al. Could there be anything else like the ECM or something else besides the timing chain that could cause the cranking but no run. And I'm hoping there is!