351 Timing Chain Replacement Tips?
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351 Timing Chain Replacement Tips?
1992 Ford F-150 Super Cab XLT 5.8L/E4OD 4x4 - 220,000 miles
Water pump went out Saturday, so I got her tore down Sunday. I went ahead and ordered a Summit Double-Row "True Roller" Timing Chain Kit, (I'm going to be going through the motor in 2-3 years anyway).
I haven't pulled the balancer or timing cover yet, but that comes tomorrow.
I've only put timing chains on Chebbies in the past; this is the first Ford for me to put a chain on.
I know the basics of timing, etc... I was just wondering if there were any tips to aid me since I'm a first-Ford chainer?
Thanks, ya'll!
Nightrain
Water pump went out Saturday, so I got her tore down Sunday. I went ahead and ordered a Summit Double-Row "True Roller" Timing Chain Kit, (I'm going to be going through the motor in 2-3 years anyway).
I haven't pulled the balancer or timing cover yet, but that comes tomorrow.
I've only put timing chains on Chebbies in the past; this is the first Ford for me to put a chain on.
I know the basics of timing, etc... I was just wondering if there were any tips to aid me since I'm a first-Ford chainer?
Thanks, ya'll!
Nightrain
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Welp, all seems to be going well.
The timing chain that was on the truck would have probably jumped within the next 5k miles. It had over 1.5" of slack in it. I took pictures and plan on posting them soon. I've never seen a timing chain in that bad of shape...
I stopped tonight with getting the timing cover back on. All has been smooth so far. As long as I can get it all back together and start it with no leaks whatsoever, I'll be fine.
Ya'll pray for me...
Nightrain
The timing chain that was on the truck would have probably jumped within the next 5k miles. It had over 1.5" of slack in it. I took pictures and plan on posting them soon. I've never seen a timing chain in that bad of shape...
I stopped tonight with getting the timing cover back on. All has been smooth so far. As long as I can get it all back together and start it with no leaks whatsoever, I'll be fine.
Ya'll pray for me...
Nightrain
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