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timing chains being changed

rich uk

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1998 sohc 150k Purple LPG
having my chains+tensioners changed front and rear at 130k went to get some advise and a service from explorer parts in newport and tap tap tap the tensioner had let go with little or no warning just a slight pinking type noise under load before.....scary but im glad I was down there when it went ,
great guys really helpfull ,and they sorted my warranty so it pays for the front chain and the back is getting done at my expense .
so im ex,less for week or so but glad its getting done before wrecking the engine.
if your not sure and you can get down there book a service !
miss my baby allready
rich
 



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How lucky were you?

My bro's Explorer got delivered tonight and I've already spoke to Justin about getting it down there to get the snapped chain replaced.

You'll be back on the road in no time at all

Si
 






very very lucky it was quiet the day before , i was cleaning my iac listening for tickover!
 












Got the explorer back from her operation yesterday and she runs sweet ..
big THANKYOU to explorer spares for changing the inlet manilold gaskets at no extra charge now she sounds like she should
recomended
any one have ideas on how long I should run in the new chains and guides i did 500 miles yesterday
happy rich
 






thinkyou are run in mate- you were lucky you never knackered your engine. knowing my luck mine would have been toast!
 






cheers H well done on the oom kit mate !
 






Thanks- reallly enjoyed doing it, took me back to the good ol days, lying under the mk 1 escort, with the gearbox on my chest ( taking it off to replace bearings).
Long time since I messed around in the oil and stuff!!!
 






respect man! its nice to know the motor your driving and for braving the weather
 






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