Not good. I concur with Martin; valve damage is more likely than not...

There are a few on this side of the pond that have been in the same boat. You might want to send a message to v8@audifans.com for some moral support and some BTDT experience. (you can sign up for the mailing list and browse the limited archives here: http://www.audifans.com/mailman/listinfo/v8 )

Viel Glueck, mein Freund!

Regards,

- Jeremy

1990 V8Q Zyclam Portland, Oregon (USA) http://www.MyV8Q.com/ Fun, Fun, Fun auf der Autobahn