I have a 94' Cavalier with the 2.2 and my motor blew up last week. Today, I bought a 96' Beretta witht the 2.2. I understand I will have to change out computers and everything, but is there anything that would have an advantage over the 94'??? Like exhaust manifold bore size or throttle body bore size.... I was just wondering if anything would be better on the 96 than the 94.
mabye a 2003-2005? I know if i had the oppertunity i would want to swap out for an Ecotec over the OHV or 2200 motor.. but thats just me. I dont really know that much about thoes years though.. so im not going to blabber on like i do.
^^^ huh??? the 2.2 OHV died in 2002, it was never in an 03-05, only the ECO.
Riddle me this... riddle me that...
I know that.. I meant he should swap for an ecotec rather than the 2.2OHV..
Aside from the switch to OBD-II management, and the introduction of SMPFI that added a cam sensor & trigger wheel to the cam, there really isn't anything different to worry about. Or to to gained, aside from a lil' better fuel mileage. My only advice to you is to check the cam timing chain & tensioner/dampener, as these things (Even the ones made by GM) are typically ready for replacement after around 80,000-100,000mi of service. A strong sign that it will definitely need replacement is a ticking noise coming from the timing chain area of the engine upon cold startup. And if you do go to replace it, I suggest getting the GM replacement set or perhaps one from Cloyes, as some aftermarket replacements have tensioner springs that don't meet the design's standards, and can fail in as little as 35,000mi (I know, because it has happened to me). The GM set may be expensive, but for the sake of insuring longetivity it's worth it!
Go beyond the "bolt-on".
Why get rid of the Beretta body? They look way better in my opinion.
2010 Honda Fit LX
Im using it for a circle track... I've already got the roll cage in the cavalier...
Nickelin Dimer wrote:Aside from the switch to OBD-II management, and the introduction of SMPFI that added a cam sensor & trigger wheel to the cam, there really isn't anything different to worry about. Or to to gained, aside from a lil' better fuel mileage. My only advice to you is to check the cam timing chain & tensioner/dampener, as these things (Even the ones made by GM) are typically ready for replacement after around 80,000-100,000mi of service. A strong sign that it will definitely need replacement is a ticking noise coming from the timing chain area of the engine upon cold startup. And if you do go to replace it, I suggest getting the GM replacement set or perhaps one from Cloyes, as some aftermarket replacements have tensioner springs that don't meet the design's standards, and can fail in as little as 35,000mi (I know, because it has happened to me). The GM set may be expensive, but for the sake of insuring longetivity it's worth it!
Tensioner by itself sells for $13.86 on gmpartsdirect with a msrp of $23.38. I haven't called the local chevy dealer but if they told me $23ish it'd be a done deal. I agree with you concerning gm versus aftermarket tensioners.
ohvrolla: For the record, I just paid almost $200 for the full set (Chain, sprockets, damper/tensioner) because I don't know yet what the extent of the damage is yet. The chain just recently slipped & I'm waiting to get my puller set back from a buddy so I can get it done by Monday (Big appointment). Real pisser... I sent that truck off about 35,000mi ago to get a rebuilt engine (Lifters collapsed due to metal contamination, because a idiot wrench failed to fish the old timing set pieces outta the pan when he changed it after breaking), and now the chain slipped & although it was still under warranty, the shop that did the work went outta business. After spending about $3500 for a rebuild to be done and having this result, I'm just tried of taking chances. That's all...
Oh, Fat Mat: If you're looking to due circle track, may I recommend following the GM Engine Builder's Guide for how to install the everlasting '82 1.8L double-roller timing set. If you search for it here you'll be able to find it. That's if someone else reading this doesn't put a link up for it instead.
Go beyond the "bolt-on".
