Should it be changed? timing chain
#21
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Whats a typical mechanic shop charge to change the timing chain?
Can it be done in a day at home?
It's a big job. Don't underestimate it. If I were to do it again and had the help of a buddy I could do it no sweat in a weekend.
Double or single row chain for stock? LC Engineering or engbldr? I know to get metal guides.
Engnbldr single row all the way and get the steel drivers side rail too. That's the one that breaks up and causes all the problems in the first place. And don't overtighten the bolts on the tensioner either. It's a common mistake and will cause the case to distort and the tensioner to not work.
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i had 235K on a 22RE before the HG went, didnt replace the TC, looked like new and was w/in tolerance.
did replace all the seals and pumps.
dunno of any recommended intervals for any timing chain(NOT belts!) as long as its w/in spec.
engbldr parts =
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Within Specs?
What are the specs for timing chain? I have looked around but not found anything. I had my valve cover off to adjust the valves and checked the guides (they're fine). The chain didn't seem to have too much slack but, I didn't really know how much is too much.
I do experience a rattle when it starts and it idles fast .
After a second or two, everything goes back to normal.
1994 22re @ 84,000 miles.
Thanks!
I do experience a rattle when it starts and it idles fast .
After a second or two, everything goes back to normal.
1994 22re @ 84,000 miles.
Thanks!
#25
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The chain is measured (out of the engine) between a set number of links. If too long, it is out of spec. Not much help in diagnosing the chain while in the engine. I would look at the guides for wear, and the side of the timing chain cover.
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I assume the tensioner is taking time to build pressure on the chain--does that mean that it is worn out and needs to be replaced? There is such a wealth of conflicting information about how often to change a timing chain, and it is such a big ($$) job--what is the answer??
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You probably just have an oil filter with a bad anti drain-back valve. Try using a Mobil 1, Wix, or Napa gold (made by Wix) oil filter and it should eliminate your start-up rattle. I've had the best luck with Mobil 1 filters in regards to timing chain rattle.
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