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    Timing Chain replacement or new engine?

    No, this guy will not be touching my truck 2000_. Before I get into it, all the stars have to align. Research will take time but it's part of doing this right. Thanks for the info.
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    Timing Chain replacement or new engine?

    Where will I get info on where the sensors are located?
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    Timing Chain replacement or new engine?

    Thanks all. Second opinion in. Seems this piece of Ford has variable timing which has caused all sorts of issues on this engine type. A mechanic friend of my friend, with a small shop, won't touch it saying its too much work. He did some research and indicates he would have to replace the timing...
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    Timing Chain replacement or new engine?

    Thanks Number4 I have a 2004 XLT with a 4.0 SOHC. I am capable of doing the work, but a second opinion is needed, as you suggest. Finding the place to do this work, if I pursue it will be a challenge. All the tools I have, so no worries there, and time is not an issue. I will begin the...
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    Timing Chain replacement or new engine?

    Well, the dealer advises that my timing chain could have possibly jumped a tooth or snapped a tooth, given it is loose after 168,000km, causing the lean burn and rough idle. Time for a new engine or could this be remedied with a pull of the engine and rebuild? Which would be the least expensive...
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    New to View

    good morning all. Finally registering after owning my 2004 Explorer since new. Several problems are popping up so I turn to the wealth of knowledge experience and techniques to help me keep this ride on the road. Experienced with a wrench, but not fully into complete engine tear downs-yet. Hope...
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