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Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-24-2005, 10:28 AM

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Who has the most miles on their original timing chain?

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Posted By phidauex

Sorry if I wasn't clear, yes, it will definately...

Sorry if I wasn't clear, yes, it will definately affect timing, but thats not the real problem with elongated chains. Timing can be adjusted, damaged sprockets on the other hand, must be replaced at...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-23-2005, 03:31 PM

Replies: 51

Who has the most miles on their original timing chain?

Views: 4,725

Posted By phidauex

Remember, chain stretch doesn't just change your...

Remember, chain stretch doesn't just change your timing, it damages the sprockets that the chain rides on, which will in turn damage new chains in the future. Changing your chain before the limit is...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-23-2005, 01:18 AM

Replies: 51

Who has the most miles on their original timing chain?

Views: 4,725

Posted By phidauex

4 degrees of stretch is over 1% elongation, which...

4 degrees of stretch is over 1% elongation, which means it is starting to damage the sprockets. It doesn't seem like a lot, but the limit is there for a reason. It doesn't matter how much timing...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-22-2005, 05:28 PM

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Who has the most miles on their original timing chain?

Views: 4,725

Posted By phidauex

Quick chain concept filler: Chains do not...

Quick chain concept filler:

Chains do not 'stretch'. We use the term 'stretch' because they get longer, but its not because the links are actually physically elongating.

A chain is formed of...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-22-2005, 03:01 PM

Replies: 51

Who has the most miles on their original timing chain?

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Posted By phidauex

This is like a 'how many times have you played...

This is like a 'how many times have you played russian roulette?' competition. Ooo Ooo, I spun the barrel 5 whole times!

Remember that if that chain goes, it can do severe damage to your engine......

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