do chains really stretch?

Here's my JP Performance True Roller chain after 18 mths - valve spring pressures were 125/325......



I'm using a Rollmaster red series and a tensioner next build........

WOW, i have 2 builds on my JP set and maybe a 1/4 of slack, my springs are set @ 140psi seat, with 340 open...i rev the motor up 6800 routinely.

Somethings is wrong with what ur showing us.
Is that chain really from that block?
No cam plate, did also have a tensioner?
Just curious cause i have never seen a JP do that before and i have used quite a few ..