My engine has "200K" on it. I am wondering how critical it is for the timing chain set to be replaced? I know that it is there just to transfer motion to the timing belt and to power the oil pump which kinda puts me on the fence with this. I have no issue with exchanging the tensioner but the timing chain set I see as something that may not be all that critcal? Other than the fact that it is a pain in the ass to change, if the set will last the life of the engine then I see no reason to change it? Thanks!
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Lorenzo
'11 DODGE Challenger R/ T Classic 57M6 Green with Envy "Giant Green Squid"
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Iv never herd of one breaking but if your going to go as far as pulling the timing cover I would at least change the tensioner.
96 Z34 3.4 SC DOHC Getrag, 284 5sd manual transmission, stage 3spec clutch, 97 engine, 97 pcm, S3 intercooler 1 of 1 Roots SC LQ1 in the world 8.5 psi. -
I've never heard of anyone having a single issue with the chain.Jesse M.
3x 1990 Turbo Grand Prix
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Thank you for the input guys. I intend to just replace the tensioner, the chain I did not think it was a big issue at all.Lorenzo
'11 DODGE Challenger R/ T Classic 57M6 Green with Envy "Giant Green Squid"
'92 PONTIAC Grand Prix SE 34TDCM5 "Red Lobster"Comment
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This may be a germane and worthwhile read from " The Timing Set Saga of Mr. Pink"....
http://60degreev6.com/forum/showthre...ght=timing+setComment
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Wrong chain though. The DOHC is a massive chain behind the belt setup. The chain does more than turn the oil pump. It drives the belt gears. What does the chain cost? How much is the tensioner?Ben
60DegreeV6.com
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A timing set is about $100. The tensioner was about $20.Lorenzo
'11 DODGE Challenger R/ T Classic 57M6 Green with Envy "Giant Green Squid"
'92 PONTIAC Grand Prix SE 34TDCM5 "Red Lobster"Comment
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I wouldn't even hesitate to replace the chain and gears then.Ben
60DegreeV6.com
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