I just torqued down a rebuilt cylinder head and I'm trying to install the camshaft, timing gear, and timing chain but I can't seem to slip the chain around the gear. It seems too short! I don't have the tensioner installed either. Do I have to break the chain or should I be able to slip it over the timing gear and then install the tensioner?

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1991 190e 2.6 190,000mi