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Originally Posted by UtilityCow
Great, thanks. Dealer has three in stock. Heading to pick them up now.
Do you think I should replace the chain while I'm here? I'm replacing the tensioner. The car has 130+k miles. I have new guides, but the old ones show very little wear. Barely a ridge to catch a nail on. I'd rather not pull the timing case cover if I don't have to.
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The m111s are virtually indestructible, by the standards of the day. My understanding is it's a double-chain style, and is lifetime (400, 500k miles? who knows). The 4cyl creates very little stretch. My 97 had no notable chain wear or internal issues through 180k, when sold. Of note, the head gasket was replaced under Starmark warranty around 95k/9 years.