Im trying to figure this out what yer or years did they make the 22r with double roller timing chains? I bought a motor from a guy who said it came out of a 1984 celica but didn't know it was a double roller, when i got home and took of the valve cover to my surprise double roller..cool.. Also whats your opinion on the 22r with double roller timing chain..

 

I thought the 20r was the only one that came from the factory with a double roller???

Opinion...they are stronger, dont have to change them as often, I just had my motor rebuilt, but when I have to change it again, I will be going this route instead of stock!

 

o i see someone must have done a conversion........ or any one else know if the come stock in 22r..........

 

no, early 22rs were dual row. Don't remember what year they switched.. like '83 or something.

 

Oh duh, I forget that the 1st gens had 22rs, I think its sleepy time!!

 

Only the first year the 22r was introduced to the pickup had the double-row...
only 81 22r's. The 82-83 early 22r's were single row.

 

double chains are INTERCHANGABLE up to /84 ... very common to do .. and I have done quite a few myself ..

and would HIGHLY recommend it .

 

Any autoparts store can offer you the double-row kit. Its only 100 bucks... worth it I say. You need the metal chain guides and tensioner anyway.