Timing chain replacement cost on 2003 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

[reid1986]

Been having some issues with my battery and finally got it fixed, only to be greeted with a failing timing chain. Basically, there's a seriously loud rattling/knocking sound coming from inside the engine which was diagnosed as a timing chain issue by a mechanic the second I pulled into the parking lot.

Problem is, they want $1600 to fix it. Does that sound like a fair price at all? It seems incredibly steep to me, but then again I've never had to replace a timing chain before.

The truck has about 140,000 miles on it.

What are my options here, fellas?

 

[rocco123]

You may want to mention the engine you have installed.

 

[High_Order1]

Yeah, on the V6, there are multiple chains, including one in the rear. Nobody I know has any interest in doing this for me for an inexpensive price, or I'd get it done as a preventative measure.

Good luck!

Shawn