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[cedriso]

Can anyone tell me the ballpark estimate for replacement of the front timing chain tensioners and guides on a 2002 sportrac. I know that the motor has to be pulled for the rear timing chain, but I have heard that the front can be worked on with the engine still intalled. I just want to make sure that the mechanics quote is somewhere close to what it should be. I appreciate any assistance you can provide.

 

[koda2000]

Can anyone tell me the ballpark estimate for replacement of the front timing chain tensioners and guides on a 2002 sportrac. I know that the motor has to be pulled for the rear timing chain, but I have heard that the front can be worked on with the engine still intalled. I just want to make sure that the mechanics quote is somewhere close to what it should be. I appreciate any assistance you can provide.

you're probably looking at about $2,500. I'd look for a low milage replacement engine instead. '05 mustang is a good choice to replace the '02 4.0L SOHC motor.

 

[cedriso]

Okay, I appreciate your quick response. I will start looking for a new motor. Thanks alot.

 

[koda2000]

just to be clear, the $2,500 is for pulling the engine and doing both chains. i don't know about just doing the front, but i understand it can be done with the engine in the vehicle.

 

[cedriso]

Understood. I just got a quote in Tampa for 780.00 to replace the front cassettes and tensioners, I think I will jump on that. Thanks again.

 

[koda2000]

750'ish sounds about right for just the front.

 

[1Aauto]

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