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2008 Chevy Cobalt (special edition) Should I replace the timing chain myself?
Recently ran into my car making rattling noises and not starting up smoothly. After getting the codes read, I had hoped it was just the crank position sensor. Turns out it's actually the timing chain and it needs to be replaced. The dealership quoted me $1,100.00 for the repair. I've called other mechanics, three said they would call me back and one gave me a quote of $400.00. The timing chain kit only costs $150.00. Is it worth the money saved to do this myself? It seems pretty complicated/in depth. I could do it if I have to, just looks like it may take me a couple full days to do it on my own.
Is it worth it to take it somewhere and have it done? Or will doing it myself (even with it taking longer) be a better option? Are there huge risks in doing it myself?
I have a friend from church who's a mechanic and certified in engines that will do it for me.
And I only own a (special edition) because it was the best car I could find at the time that I needed a car. I could care less if it was special edition. I just needed a car and this one was in great condition. It's been wonderful the past 5 years until now. This is the first issue I've had.
5 Answers
- KY-ClayLv 75 years agoFavorite Answer
Unless you know exactly what you are doing I would advise you to pay a professional to do it. $400 is very reasonable. Do it yourself and do it wrong and you will damage the engine the instant you try to start it.
- J JLv 75 years ago
I may be wrong I'll be the first to admit I don't know everything there is to know about engines and they are changing faster then I can keep up but I'm pretty sure there is no code for the timing chain. If I was you I'd take it to one of those places you called and let them tell you what is wrong. Just tell them what you told the dealer, nothing about the timing chain.
- Anonymous5 years ago
$1100. is fair and the job will be done properly, $400. is a joke, don't let this person anywhere near your car.
- Danton J. A.Lv 65 years ago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-k3D_Uf-_c
Have at it... you will eff it up in no time. Oh, and by the way, "special edition" is like lipstick on a pig.
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