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Do I Need to Replace my Timing Chain Tensioners?

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  • Start date Start date Sep 14, 2011

sneaky98gt

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I'll be tearing the motor down over the next couple of weeks to replace the cams. I'm going to be replacing the chains and guides as a precautionary measure.

I was wondering if I should replace the tensioners as well.
 

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The older iron guides if the tips have no wear I would reuse them with no worries.
 

sneaky98gt

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Nick, you da man. I was reading the same thing in some REALLY old posts (about the older motors having better tensioners), but I wasn't sure if that was still the accepted practice.

Appreciate the help.
 
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