Date: 6 Jun 2006 13:53:06 GMT From: Dave Hinz <DaveHinznospamcop.net> Subject: Re: Saab 900 Classic Timing chain issue
On Tue, 6 Jun 2006 08:27:24 -0400, James Rosenkranz <fireglownospamsouth.net> wrote: > Thinking it might be related to timing > chain tension, I replaced the timing chain tensioner. The tensioner > was extended 8-9mm. It is my understanding that 11-12mm would indicate > a timing chain requiring replacement. With the new tensioner, I now > have a loud, persistant rattling noise. This noise is more what I would > think a noisy chain to sound like. I removed the new tensioner just to > check the extention and make sure it was operating correctly. > It measures 8-9mm as did the old tensioner. I'm trying to come up with a scenerio in my mind that makes sense based on your description, and I'm not finding one. Kind of a rattly, shuffly noise? > Is the chain worn to the point it requires replacement? > Are the guides worn? > Is there life left in the chain in spite of the noise? > Can the car be driven without fear of chain breakage or am I living > on borrowed time? Well, it doesn't sound like a normal noise (from here). Do you have a local Saab Specialist you could take it to? Where are you located?
