z_daddy
z_daddy
I have a LA 273 engine I'm playing with changing cam , lifters, valve train , I'm changing to a double roller timing chain . My question is will I still need to use the chain tensioner ?
It's a nice addition but not necessary.
I think you are right. It will keep the timing from jumping around from the chain floopin, but it will not keep the timing from retarding over time from the chain stretching.
X2 I put one on because I had one but really not necessary with a double roller set up.
I run one on my 340 with the double roller chain. Was recommended by Mike at MRL. I had to take the cover off because of a slight water leak after 5000 miles. Every thing looked good. No wear on the pads of the tensioner. I will always run one on mine.
Fred B
X2 I put one on because I had one but really not necessary with a double roller set up.
Timing will be more stable with one installed so inturn that should account for a better running engine and a little more power.
They were used on 3.9 V-6's. tmm
X2 I put one on because I had one but really not necessary with a double roller set up.
They were used on 3.9 V-6's. tmm