Bobbylew
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- April 16, 2014
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- Pisek, ND
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1994 Explorer XLT
Hi, Folks,
I'm looking at a 2000 Explorer XLT in very clean and straight shape for cheap. "Minor" problem....the owner says it needs a new timing chain and is not running. It quit just as he rolled into his driveway.
Now, for the dumb question. Is the SOHC engine an interference motor? My guess is that it is an interference engine and damage to the pistons/valves has happened. I talked to my buddy in town, who runs a shop and he said he's heard both, but I'm inclined to believe that chains would not be installed on a "free-wheeling" engine.
Does anyone have a "for sure" answer on this? I'd sure appreciate anything you have, if you are certain.
Thanks And Best Regards,
Bob
I'm looking at a 2000 Explorer XLT in very clean and straight shape for cheap. "Minor" problem....the owner says it needs a new timing chain and is not running. It quit just as he rolled into his driveway.
Now, for the dumb question. Is the SOHC engine an interference motor? My guess is that it is an interference engine and damage to the pistons/valves has happened. I talked to my buddy in town, who runs a shop and he said he's heard both, but I'm inclined to believe that chains would not be installed on a "free-wheeling" engine.
Does anyone have a "for sure" answer on this? I'd sure appreciate anything you have, if you are certain.
Thanks And Best Regards,
Bob