420 SEL Timing Chain

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420 SEL Timing Chain

03-17-1999, 01:45 AM

Benzmac

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If you wait too long you will be looking at hefty repair bills! The left t-chain guide rail usually will break if the engine is ever over heated or service neglected. Have your shop pull both valve covers and check the t-chain stretch at the right cam. It should not exceed 8 degrees (roughly).

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