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Originally Posted by Scott98
I used an offset key to bring the timing back into spec. I know others here disagree on that but the FSM says to roll in a new chain only when you can no longer remove the stretch with an offset key. It will probably be a few months before I get around to tackling this job anyway. Thanks for all of your input. Scott
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OK, this thread started out about replacing the head gasket or not... and ended with chain elongation effects remedy.
If you check the archives you will see that I argued for the offset keys being completely legit because it says they are in the Factory Shop Manual.
But since they are available in several sizes it assumes you are able to accurately measure the offset you need to install.
It also assumes that the guides and rails and stuff in contact with the elongated chain are in good shape...
which is very important since those items giving way is the more common cause of misnamed ' chain failure'....
I thought this bigger picture warning should be included for future archives readers...