Hi guys,

You should read this article about the 96-99 Duratec V8 engine failures in the SHO's. Since the SHO's V8 is based on the Duratec 2.5L V6 I won't if any Contours have had similar problems.

I guess the problem stems from the cam sprocket. It apparently becomes loose and slips and good nite V8. Some people were saying $15,000 damage? That seems WAY to high. It would be cheaper to get a reconditioned engine.

Much like the SVT engine problems, Ford is not willing to admit that there even IS a problem. Maybe SVT owners can get some attention to our problems now. I am concerned that negative press will affect the cars resale value though.

Some people are having the sprocket welded on so it doesn't come loose.

So the question, is the 2.5L sprocket connected in the same way as the 3.4L V8? And has anyone had this type of failure?


http://www.auto.com/industry/taurus24_20021024.htm

2002 BMW M5 Carbon Black on Black 1998 Frost Silver SVT E0 17" Masitaly rims with Bridgestone Fuzion ZRi rubber. 133,000km 1996 Silver Ford Taurus SHO ATX 180,000km - SOLD! 1996 Midnight Red SE MTX 295,000km and a little squeeky.