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Old Jul 27, 2004 | 11:49 PM
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Timing Chain

Hey guys,

My dad and I are going to change the timing chain on my arthiritic 351. It's the original chain and it's got about 153k miles. I know it's not THAT big of a deal to change it out, and I'm confident that we can do it - my dad is a very handy man. But do any of you have any advice for me as I undergo this project? How much time do you think it will take?
 
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 08:14 AM
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replace the water pump at the same time. Soak everything with PBlaster cause it will be coroded. The top bolts often break, so you should have an easy out handy.
 
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 08:30 AM
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PBlaster? Thanks for the advice though - how much do water pumps run?
 
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Old Jul 28, 2004 | 09:42 AM
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PB Blaster is like a deluxe liquid wrench...penetrating oil for rusted/corroded bolts. Water pump is $40 or so...
 
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