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Originally Posted by LaughingGravy
We have a dune buggy, street legal. Oil always fine. No leaks, really!
Car just started slowing down and eventually stopped.
Mechanic says main bearing failure and needs new engine.
Any idea what would cause this? Does this mean the cam shaft is not turning?
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Are you sure it didn't just drop a valve? They were notorious for that. That's how's I got my 72 Westy so cheap... it had burned a valve and needed head work.
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1992 300D 2.5T
1980 Euro 300D (sadly, sold)
1998 Jetta TDI, 132K "Rudy"
1974 Triumph TR6
1999 Saab 9-5 wagon (wife's)
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