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Old Jun 17, 2018 | 12:02 PM
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Experience with "cheap" timing chain set??

Hi guys,

I am going to change the timing chain with cam phasers, VCT solenoids and cam shaft position sensors on our 2007 f-150 5.4l
Does anybody have experience with parts from CNS Engine Parts, sold on amazon???
There is quite a price differnce to other companies, specially Ford.

Any input is appreciated.

Michael.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2018 | 12:57 PM
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The bad reviews aren't enough for you? Seriously spend the money on genuine parts. You don't want to do the job over.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2018 | 01:24 PM
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I found some bad ones and some good ones. Don't believe so much in the online reviews.That is the reason, I asked here,because I was hoping to get some experience first hand.
Not every aftermarket product can be bad.
 
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I bought Cloyes. I read some good reviews online, and some felt that it was OE. I didn't wind up using them, since the cam journals on the passenger side were wiped. I wound up putting in an engine.
 
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Fordtechmakuloko on YouTube. Has a link for discount OEM Ford parts. It was about $800 for me for ford phasers,tensioner, gears, chains and guides,
 
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