Ping Hyundaitech--V6 Timing Chain Tensioner

We drop 'em. It's relatively easy to do. Unhook the wire harness, some vacuum and fluid lines, disconnect the rack from the steering column, place the subframe on a stand, unbolt the subframe and raise the car. Everything is then easily accessible to do a nice, clean job. The last one I did was on an Azera, and with the exception of the new RTV sealer, it was nearly impossible to tell it had been worked on.

I've heard tell that some people don't drop the engine, but after looking at the space available and the amount of hand tool work that would be necessary in tight spaces, I reached the conclusion that it wasn't worth trying.

Thanks HT.

Maybe my dealer has a contortionist midget technician. :D

They did a great job though. No leaks, scratches, rattles, or oil stains on the carpet. I'm happy as a clam. -

Bob

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And how happy is a clam???!!!???

;-)

Shaman

Well,,, clams are just 1 big grin, so they look very happy to me. ;) -

Bob

You're lucky. I had that same TSB done and I am still finding stuff damaged or fumbled by the dealer. Missing bolt on the engine cover (which no longer actually fits properly anyway), disconnected wiring harness, disabled alarm sensors, underbody plastic trim missing retaining bolts... and the engine still shakes like an earthquake and makes racket on startup.

Most recently, I tried to change my own oil. It was all peachy until it came time to drain the old oil. I have NO idea what the !@#$ they did to my oil drain plug. It's like they welded it to the pan. It will not budge.

I didn't take that TSB lightly. It's a major procedure, and I was very concerned about "collateral damage".

It must be getting harder and harder to find competent mechanics. People seem to be getting more and more afraid to get their cars worked on, even by the dealer.

Just to show you how incompetent employees can be, I had 3 botched dealer oil changes in a row.

1. Used 20w50 instead of 5w20 or 10w30
2. Shorted me 4-3/4 Qt's of oil (!!!)
3. Shorted me 1 Qt. of oil -

Bob

Times are changing I guess. Many schools have eliminated shop programs and lessened vocational training. As teenagers, most of us guys lived and breathed cars. All we wanted to do was get a hold of one, customize it, make it faster, make it better looking than the other kids. Today, kids would rather play video games and text message each other.

IMO, a good mechanic's diagnostic skill is right up there with a doctors. Yes, you can plug in diagnostic tools now, but often, experience is what is needed. If you find a good mechanic, stick with him, don't complain about his shop rate, and hope he is still around the next time you need work done.

Every Saturday night in our town they have the Street Car Cruises. Lots of nice restored and customized cars. Every one of the owners, with few exceptions is over the age of 50. Just not enough motorheads around any more.

You've got that right. I used to be a real gear head, and yea, I'm over 50.

I loved cars so much that I took a night course in auto mechanics at votech for 3 long years. I loved cars, and could quote you bore, stroke, crank journal diameter, valve face angles, etc. I really lived and breathed cars. Then I got married, and had to go back to school and change careers to make more money. Sometimes I wish I would have stayed with cars. The money would have eventually came.

Bob

I've not kept up with the wage scale, but I've seen where a good technician can make a very good wage in the right places. It is a skill and they should be paid accordingly. A few years ago I recall seeing some ads where a Florida dealership was offering signing bonuses over $10,000.