Date: 09 Oct 2007 20:33:18 GMT From: Adrian <toomany2cvsnospaml.com> Subject: Re: Timing Chain failure at 46k miles
johannes (johsnospam479385757-efitter.com) gurgled happily, sounding much like they were saying : >> I have done a 9000 Aero timing chain and balance shaft chain and >> guides from the side, by taking the wheel and liner out. > How long time did that take? AFAIK, timing chain replacement is a > labour intensive job, hence high garage prices. It is if you have to pull the engine & box. It isn't if you can go through the arch. > On the other hand, the timing chain should last over 100k. I say > "over" because there is no particular replacement mileage, as there > are for engines with rubber band timing belts. Largely because, whilst belts go ping expensively with no warning, chains give you PLENTY of loud notice that they're dying.
