Timing chain Tensioner, inlet manifold joints. Mod.

[Bigusdickus]

I have a 1998 65000 miler that needs this mod done has anyone got the parts from FORD? Or done it.

Dick

 

[DaveU]

What mod are you talking about Dick?

My timing chain tensioner looks like it's wobbling around on idle is this normal?

 

[Howard]

I think he means oom12 which is a nice new set of inlet manifold 'o' rings and a replacement front tensioner. I am in the process of getting these parts, not that I'm in a panic just as a precaution.

 

[yob_yeknom]

My timing chain tensioner looks like it's wobbling around on idle is this normal?

I'm assuming you mean your serpentine belt tensioner. (You can't see the timing chain tensioner, it's not on the outside of the motor.) The whole pulley and arm assembly should move up and down some as it keeps the correct amount of tension on the belt. The pulley itself should not be wobbling in and out though, if it is you need to replace the entire tensioner assembly.