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Old 10-14-2007, 10:05 AM
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KAdams,

What procedure did you use to check the chain stretch? Can you post links to threads you've looked at for it? Both mine has over 200K and I'd like to check the condition of the chain.
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Originally Posted by KAdams4458 View Post
I checked my timing chain stretch this morning, and I'm a little perplexed by my findings.

I could not use a dial gauge, since the camshaft is so screwed up, but I wanted some idea as to the condition if the timing chain before I need to place a parts order. I used the marks on the thrust washer and cam instead.

With the marks aligned perfectly, like so...


I end up seeing this at the crank...


I'd call that 1.5 degrees, so I guess there must be an offset key in place already, since this does not look like a new chain at all...


What are your thoughts? I honestly expected it to be all FUBAR. I never expected this, and I can't comprehend why anyone would go to such lengths to correct cam timing, yet leave a scored and flattened camshaft in there.
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