Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

The episode features two distinct calls: Joe's 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado Engine Rebuild: Joe from Long Island seeks advice about rebuilding a 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado engine. He asks whether oil restrictor plugs should be used in the rebuild, as others have recommended them. The car has functioned well without them for 98,000 miles. Ron advises against unnecessary modifications, emphasizing that GM designed the engine to function without them. He also discusses the importance of simplicity in engine rebuilding and the potential challenges of finding reliable parts in today's market. Ron advocates consulting the machine shop for insights on effective solutions. Tom's 2010 Chevy Camaro Timing Chain Issue: Tom from Arizona explains that his 2010 Chevy Camaro V6, with 125,000 miles, has displayed a P0008 engine code (indicating timing issues) twice in the past year. While the car runs fine, he’s concerned about potential timing chain problems. Ron elaborates on GM timing chain issues, referencing bull