2005 BEW that broke it's timing belt due to a lifter exploding. The head is pretty busted up and would be replaced, the piston protrusion checks out. I am concerned with the slaps on the pistons. Should I work with it at 175k? Junk yard motor? Looking to get another 150k out of the motor.
2005 BEW Stripped Timing Belt (Pics)
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ghohouston
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Check your piston protrusion on all cylinders. If they're all within spec, you will likely be fine to re assemble with the lower end as is. I don't see any cracks in the pistons.
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The rods on the BEW are fairly robust. If they are within spec I'd get a new or rebuilt head and motor on.