Possible but unlikely if you were gentle. You can always do a compression test on each cylinder. Without a compression gauge you can get a rough idea by removing the spark plugs out and turning the engine clockwise by hand by the crankshaft with a finger on each plug hole. You will soon know if a valve is not seating.

 

I doubt you have bent a valve if turning by hand.

Unless you want to take the head off or do a compression test.

Personally depending on how much pressure you applied I'd just put the belt on and start up and hope for the best.

If you have bent a valve the car would still start but you would notice a difference.

 

So easily done, I bet you were and panicking, at least you realised what you had done and stopped.

Hope all is well and you got away with it, good luck,

 

Possible but unlikely if you were gentle. You can always do a compression test on each cylinder. Without a compression gauge you can get a rough idea by removing the spark plugs out and turning the engine clockwise by hand by the crankshaft with a finger on each plug hole. You will soon know if a valve is not seating.

Hopefully with your extra long ET's fingers, you'll be able to get them down the 6 or 7 inches or so to perform this test! :lol:

 

We will probably never know how long his fingers are

 

We will probably never know how long his fingers are

Its not how long they are, its what you do with them that counts :lol:

 

Thats what she said ....

Thanks all for the replies. I don't think I put that much pressure on them, a 3/8in hand operated rachet. I've got no choice but to build it back up and see how she runs i guess. I am not removing the head unless absolutely necessary.

PS the chain job was really easy. Hardest part is the all teh disassembly to get at them!

Brent

 

Don't think you will have done much harm with a 3/8 ratchet. Don't even know how your turned it over with one if the plugs were still in.

 

plugs out

b

 

I seriously doubt you could have caused any problem doing this by hand.

The V6 is a tough old engine - if you want to bugger it up you'll need to use a sledgehammer in future.

 

That is a huge load off! Thank you!

Brent

 

Hoping you've replaced the guides, tensioner and intermediate sprocket during the process.
Doing the chains on a TT is not easy and requires the correct tooling, but if your equipped and knowledgable it is easier.
Steve

 

Yeah, I replaced everything from the guides rails intermediate sprockets pins o-rings main seal etc. Given the amount of work stripping this engine down I'm not planning to cut any corners. And honestly the chain job wasn't too bad. The few special tools I've purchased don't even match up to the garage price parts included. Granted, go slow, be careful (see subject line), and have the space to really set things out. I wouldn't even attempt this job without those things being true, its turning into my latest hobby .

Great stuff gents, I really appreciate the amount of info on this forum. Also, I've had nothing but great help so far!

B