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Wow, that's horrible! The good news is, in all my time learning about and following the TR690's 12 year history, you're literally the second verified chain failure (plus one unverified guess by another person) I've ever seen. That chain is literally the strongest, beefiest, highest-torque-capable CVT belt or chain mechanism put into any production car. So, I definitely think this is a one off.
I am wondering if it was low on CVT fluid or had the wrong stuff in there (eg: Jiffy Lube messed up). Otherwise, it's a freak situation that's rarely happened in all of the years the TR690 has been in service.
Once they swap the entire TR690, you'll be good as new (but remember, you have a 1,000 mile break-in to perform, with no towing during that time). I'd be very much fine with them swapping that TR690 for a new one, and dealing with any damage from bits of the CVT being ejected. I wouldn't be surprised if they offered you an extended warranty either. You still, of course, need to do what makes YOU feel comfortable, regardless of what would make ME feel comfortable. 😉
Please keep us posted.
I am wondering if it was low on CVT fluid or had the wrong stuff in there (eg: Jiffy Lube messed up). Otherwise, it's a freak situation that's rarely happened in all of the years the TR690 has been in service.
Once they swap the entire TR690, you'll be good as new (but remember, you have a 1,000 mile break-in to perform, with no towing during that time). I'd be very much fine with them swapping that TR690 for a new one, and dealing with any damage from bits of the CVT being ejected. I wouldn't be surprised if they offered you an extended warranty either. You still, of course, need to do what makes YOU feel comfortable, regardless of what would make ME feel comfortable. 😉
Please keep us posted.