About eric Expertise I can answer most questions, certain electrical questions I have trouble with, but would be more than happy to do a little homework and find an answer.
I WILL TELL YOU, THAT WITHOUT HAVING THE VEHICLE HERE .........IT CAN BE A LITTLE DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE YOUR VEHICLE........SO BARE WITH ME
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ERIC
Experience I have worked for Saturn for 3 years, and have rebuilt 1.9 s series engines, worked on the 2.2, and 3.0 along with the 3.5 engines. I know the vue, Ion,L series, aura, and s series.
Education/Credentials I have a list of g.m. technical training certificates.
Expert: eric Date: 8/15/2007 Subject: Severe Engine Knock
Question I have a 98 Saturn SL, 1.9 liter. It has an engine knock that has gotten much worse lately. I was told that it is probably a bad rod and that I need a new engine. Is it possible, though, to repair the rod/engine itself and not have to swap out the engine? Thanks.
Answer Hi Todd
Well it depends on alot of factors,,,,,,first you have to make sure that the crank isn't damaged, if so that is expensive it'self......next if the cylinder got damaged....
it can all lead up to a more expensive fix than just getting a junk yard engine.......but the choice is yous