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Ok 318la. Has 8-10* of slop in the timing chain. Try just replacing it and maybe eat the time and gaskets if that doesnt get it running or tear it down for a possible re-ring/seal job or worst case senario total rebuild?
Opinions?


Needs a chain and gears. Can you do a compression test or a leakdown? That will help you decide. It won't tell you how far the bearings are gone though. I would tear it down. A re-ring, bearings and gaskets may be all it needs.


I like where TMM is going with this...

If you need a refresh, Mancini has reasonable prices on basic ring and bearing kits with gaskets...


Kit A with cast iron rings, main and rod bearings, and teardown gasket kit, $200:

Sealed Power Engine Kit - 318

Sealed Power Engine Kit - 318




Kit B with moly rings, main and rod bearings, and teardown gasket kit $205:

Sealed Power Engine Kit - 318

Clevite 77 Engine Kit - 318


Moly rings break in faster and last longer... I would go with one of the B kits for only $5 more....