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2013 5.7 flex fuel timing chain break

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by Kramflip22, May 8, 2022.

  1. May 8, 2022 at 7:05 PM
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    Kramflip22

    Kramflip22 [OP] New Member

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    Has anyone had this issue of the timing chain breaking at 152000 miles? It destroyed my engine before I could pull over.
     
  2. May 8, 2022 at 7:17 PM
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    Mr Badwrench

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    No, never honestly. What kind of fuel were you burning, just curious?
     
  3. May 8, 2022 at 7:19 PM
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    TundraMcGov.

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    Nope I haven't. Curious if you've been the owner since new.

    And just to be double clear you've accessed and seen that the chain suffered a catastrophic break.
     
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  4. May 8, 2022 at 7:21 PM
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    Kramflip22

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    Nope, I just bought it 3 weeks ago. This is my first toyota.
     
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  5. May 8, 2022 at 7:26 PM
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    landphil

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    Purchased from a dealer?
     
  6. May 8, 2022 at 7:28 PM
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    Kramflip22

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    Yes, I'm covered but I'm just curious about this happening again.
     
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  7. May 8, 2022 at 7:36 PM
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    Mr Badwrench

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    Were you burning E85 or E15?
     
  8. May 8, 2022 at 7:37 PM
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  9. May 8, 2022 at 7:40 PM
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    Not sure. But yes, let the dealer take care of it if you have any recourse. I've heard of a few, very very few timing belts (rubber) wiping out the 4.7's, but have never heard of any issues with the 5.7's, certainly not that issue.
     
  10. May 8, 2022 at 8:49 PM
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    WBW

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    Maybe we could tap into @Ruggybuggy and his vast experience and knowledge on this
     
  11. May 9, 2022 at 6:59 PM
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    Sumo91

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    Definitely keep us updated on the issue. Post some pictures if you can when the dealership tears it apart. They should be able to take pictures for you. I'm very curious about this
     

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