Old Nov 9, 2010 | 08:49 AM
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richardlfry
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Default Ford Escort Van R reg 1.8D normal aspiration problem

Hi,
Hoping someone can help.
Have recently bought the above van.

Was driving it to work this morning, just pulled out of a junction, through 1st, 2nd 3rd and the engine abruptly stopped.

If I try and start it again, it seems like the starter motor is just spinning.
However, if I put it in gear, turning the key moves the wheels / car - so I'm assuming that all bottom end is ok.
So, that makes me think there is no compression / no cam belt.
I can't look until tonight now. Is there anything specific I should check...I assume I can just take the rocker cover off and see what's happening.

If it is the cam belt, can I just spin the camshaft by hand and check all valves go in and out ok, or do I need a more scientific test before deciding whether to get a new belt fitted.

Thanks guys,
Richard.
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