HELP explorer cam chain

[CHRISP38]

can any body tell me who supplies and what it would cost to replace cam chain tenshioner and chains on a 1998 explorer .or is it cheaper to get a second hand engine

 

[IZwack]

I believe the dealer has it.. Search the forum, the Timing Chain and the Timing CHain Tensioner has been discussed a few times..

 

[ianc]

here: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=169872

 

[fobrnno]

it cost me just over $500 cdn. in parts to replace all 4 chains and all the guilds and tensioners,the labour i did my self from pulling the engine and striping it down installing the parts .plus i paid my machine shop $100 to set the timing since i wasn't going to pay $300 for the timing tool kit for a one time use.

 

[Howard]

If you are sure that the chains need to be replaced. Then I would have to say a new engine may be a cheaper option. Changing the chains is a complex job that requires removal of the engine and special tools to time it all up again. The tool alone will cost you up wards of £250.

 

[Explorerman2]

you'll find there's someone on e-bay, in Aylesbury, who claims to be an explorer expert and can do it for £650 Best of luck

 

[ianc]

I just got my Ex back today, after getting the front timing chains fixed (the back one was ok).

In the end, they didn't need to remove the engine. I was charged £680 +VAT, which I though was pretty good considering Ford wanted "at least" £1000. Have to say, that the engine has never sounded better

If it's of any use to anyone, I used Chadderton Motor engineers: 0161 652 3338