Timing Chain NIGHTMARE Job, The Infiniti QX56. Why NO ONE wants to do these! Part 1
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- Опубліковано 21 січ 2024
- We are well known in the region for the automotive shop that takes on the challenging tasks, the tasks that are beyond most regular mechanics, or just so complicated and painful that most automotive shops won't even agree to take them on. That reputation has grown well beyond Central Ohio and includes being willing and able to take on the challenge of the Infiniti V8 powering the Infiniti QX56 SUV.
A while back we published a video of us going in depth to do a timing job on one of these and that is what brought THIS truck to us now. These motors are incredibly complicated and difficult to work on, requiring a huge amount of disassembly just to REACH the timing set in question.
So, here we go, Part 1 of this series, The Quest For The Timing Chain! - Авто та транспорт
I’m looking forward to getting my ride back. This is my car and after watching first video these are the only people I trusted to do such an intense job…thanks guys!
Yea, this really scares me about my Armada that just hit 200k miles!!!🥲
@ 200K I would have sold it and bought a new one. I'm sure that Rich does great work but his bill would make a great down payment!
@@dannythomas6194 yes it would but I can assure you that you made the right decision on the mechanic to do the work! I live in Atlanta and I am thinking seriously about this spring coming up spending a week with some friends and having Rich do mine on my Nissan Armada because I know it will be done right and I will not be taken advantage of. Your vehicle will last another 200,000 now Might as well keep it
There are just too many variables to consider and so many “little things” that are specific to those engines that you have to have someone that knows these vehicles. Knowing it’s done right and thoroughly is worth the peace of mind in the end
@@loulattinii7219 my thoughts exactly!!!
Rich no easy job here. But have watched you enough. You’re never over your head. I totally respect your skills as a great mechanics around. Thank you so much for sharing!
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You always win, Rich. You are one of the most talented and not jaded technicians I have ever seen. Thank You for all you do!
Great job Rich!! But what a nightmare. No way would I own one!!! Keep up the good work!!!
I replaced my high pressure fuel pump and timing chains by watching your last video (and a service manual). A ton of work, but very satisfying to complete. Thanks again!
Great job. Question did you set the timing, because he didn’t show setting the timing. Thanks looking at this video to do my qx56
Did you replace your oil pump also.
That's masterclass stuff, right there.
That's crazy the amount of work to get to the problem.
Hell that's alot of work and words behind that dam! Good work sir!
What a nightmare of a job that thing is!! I hope you make a lot of money on that one Rich.
I made the mistake of watching a knee replacement video and Dr was wracking away with a 5# hammer on this poor dudes knee. I'm good with the sleeve.
I am putting knee replacement off for as long as I can. I'm 9 weeks +1 day from surgery and all things considered, I'm doing great. PT was dropped to 1 per week today and my therapist is very happy with my strength. Glad I had it done when I did. I have jobs piling up that need to get completed. So I need to be mobile.
Rich you might want to use a foam kneel pad when kneeling it helps
That's a big job
I vote for a ls or coyote or a 3rd gen hemi just for the simplicity of the job.
What a cluster eff that thing is what is the book time on that job glad you don't mind learning new stuff definitely a nightmare
The irony, I do this all the time at pick n pull to get parts for the vk56, much easier on the trucks.
That's a lot of work looking forward to seeing more content....over priced SUV ...thanks
I really think cars peaked in the mid/late nineties. Mostly not too much unnecessary garbage, reasonable to work on.
My ‘05 Astro was the end of the simplicity era
Do I have to drop the pan if I’m just doing the timing cover gasket?
Does it take a special tool to remove and install those two lubrication bars at the bottom?
How much does this job cost? I want ti fix one
They make them that way so only the dealership can work on them with the tens of dozens of specific tools & make more money if you decide to buy another car instead of the labor costs of fixing the old one. That's why most mechanics have an old 60's to 70's for its simplicity.
How big of a job is it to change the lift puck?
It's easy. Pull intake manifold, pull high pressure fuel pump, replace puck.
If the lifter is damaged, then the cam is too. At that point expect to do a full timing set like I did here. You can change the lifter cam without pulling the chain and cover but the chain is most likely streched and needs replacement.
That is absolutely ridiculous!!! For a timing chain!!!
Planned Obsolescence
Damn!
Guys if you want your Infiniti fixed right this IS the the ONLY place to go ! I'm driving the hell out of mine and I can't thank the guys at Lucore enough!
Just think, I used to like working on Japanese engines. This is absolute silliness in the complicated department. Just why is this necessary?
I have that same problem how much for that job
We are finding out more and more how many of these trucks are out there in need of this kind of service. Unfortunately it's an incredibly complex and time consuming job, not something most shops are willing/able to handle. Where are you located? We have vehicles scheduled and coming to us from all over the eastern US at this point.
Jus' keep it WELL Oiled & REGULARLY. MUCH Cheaper In the long run.
If the hpfp is leaking fuel all over the oiled parts. ...... failure is in short order..
No wonder I don't keep newer cars that long ugg
Thisnguys awesome speaks the Facts change your oil. Hahaha
I need to come see you might need an engine replacement for the same vehicle. It's hard to find good mechanics
We are getting rather well known for engine work on these trucks, have another for this exact job that just went on the rack today.... and 2 others on the way from out of state. Unfortunately you are correct it's hard to find a good honest mechanic these days, but we'll do our best to help as many people as we can!
It is a bad car?
My poor sister is stuck with a 2013 with only 66,000 miles on it that needs an engine because of this issue! Car is very clean in and out but they want 14, 000 for a new engine and that's after chasing the ghost for a year! What an absolute piece of crap.
Fork you Infinity!
Unfortunately you are just one of many many people dealing with this, that's the main reason we made the first video of us bringing one back to life. The "long block" for these or an "all new" motor from Infiniti is absolutely stupid expensive. Also keep in mind that 14,000 doesn't include the 3 days of labor plus everything else. You're easily near or over 20,000 for the total job. This one will come in about half that, which is still crazy expensive 😳
We would be curious to see the vehicle. The damage to the fuel pump lifter cam has not proven to be "catastrophic " so far..... it can be, but we have had a pretty good success rate so far. That doesn't mean it doesn't need an engine....... but it may not be that aggressive of a failure.
It took me 6 months and $3400 in parts to DIY my 2015 when the lifter bucket/hpfp failed.
What a p.o.s
Woof! Sorry to hear that! In the end, did you win?
Im pretty sure i would have just traded that in for a new one after the money hes gonna have in that repair !
Worse than 5, 4 Triten-?
Eh, they made 10000x more 5.4 than these nissan 5.6's (2011-up) Id put my money on the ford.
My qx80 longblock was quoted 16k from infiniti.... a 5.4 from ford is probably less than 5k
StoP taking all that abuse
Your gonna need a strong drink
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