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Yes tedmc1, I just didn't bother mentioning those details. That was one the first thing I changing (guide tensioners) to see if it would help. Got 2 different kinds from ebay. One stock and the other a modified set with a bolt to manually add more spring pressure. The stock one had twice the...

Thanks mic98xlt for your appreciation and confirming the facts. I agree, it's quite the accomplishment and why I took the time to record it and share to help others in a bad situation like I was in. I bought this vehicle 6 months back to tow a trailer from Florida to California since it has a...

Thanks, it's good to know the mindset of a forum. So I guess it's not a crowd to appreciate what I'm sharing ($100. small budget repair of a major engine repair job) Buying all the parts I listed as OEM would be $1000. So do you believe OEM will last 10 times longer? If so, then why did the OEM...

Here is part 3 Please note, at some points I mention 4 small bolts that screw the upper oil pan to the timing chain cover and it's actually 5 small bolts. Link to video:

Hi mic98xlt, Thanks for your positive reply once again. This is my first Explorer and the first time ever doing this kind of a big mechanical job. I'm sure the 4wd version would be a little more work. I've never seen one from underneath so I can't say for sure. The cost of all new parts is...

Thanks for your positive comment mic98xlt Here is the second part:

Hi, I'm new to the forum. I thought of sharing my methods and results of replacing timing chains and guides without removing the engine or even using special tools, Keep in mind his is meant to be helpful to anyone that may be interested in seeing how it could be done. One would need very good...

Thanks for the welcoming posts guys So my guess is Ford (in those years anyways) built all the 4L engines with balance shaft regardless if it was going in a 2wd. Probably easier to do that (manufacturing wise) then to have separated engine lots for 4wd and another for 2wd

Thanks donalds for the quick reply. I was just about to edit my post as I realized this is more of an introduction section and also found the correct area and re-posted my question there. That's interesting that some 4wd members disconnected it and it makes no difference!

Hi, I'm new to the forum. I'm presently replacing all the timing chains and guides in my 03 Explorer 4.0L SOHC Many youtube videos mention that the balance shaft timing chain assembly needs to be working correctly if you have a 4 wheel drive Explorer and say it's not needed for the 2 wheel...