

While holding chain in place install right bank (bank 1) secondary timing chain guides and tensioner, torque to 18 ft lbs.Pros of timing belts: Lighter and quieter than a timing chain. Align the yellow-colored link on timing chain to the hole in the idler sprocket Watch However, they are much less expensive to replace than a timing chain, although a timing chain goes out much rarer.With the engine in stage 2 timing install the right bank (bank 1) secondary timing chain, aligning the 2 pink colored links to the correct 'R' triangle marks on the camshaft sprockets Watch.Recheck that timing marks are aligned and pull pin on the primary timing chain tensioner Watch.Install the primary chain guides and tensioner, torque bolts to 18 ft lbs.Install the primary timing chain aligning the 3 yellow colored links, one on each idler sprocket timing mark and one on the crankshaft sprocket timing mark Watch.Locate the timing marks on the idler sprockets and mark them with a paint marker to ease assembly of the primary timing chain.Install the right bank idler sprocket torque to 43 ft lbs.Recheck timing marks and pull pin on the left bank secondary chain tensioner Watch.(be careful not to let chain slip off timing marks during installation) Watch The timing chain is a critical engine component. Install the left bank secondary chain guides and tensioner, torque bolts to 18 ft lbs. The timing chain connects the camshaft to the crankshaft and keeps them rotating in sync.Align yellow colored link with hole in idler sprocket Watch.Install left bank idler sprocket and torque to 43 ft lbs.New tensioners reduce noise and prolong belt life since they compensate for the slack in a worn or stretched belt.Tip : Camshaft sprocket design and marking may vary between engines Deteriorates much more commonly than a timing chain. Every MELL-GEAR tensioner is designed and built to meet or exceed OEM requirements for the application. However, they are much less expensive to replace than a timing chain, although a timing chain goes out much rarer. MELL-GEAR balance shaft belt tensioners are available as individual components. From budget to performance build, Melling timing chains offer you the coverage and choices you desire. MELL-GEAR timing chains are manufactured using the highest quality designs, materials and workmanship. Timing chain options include both standard and roller chains to provide choices for both OEM and performance engine installations. MELL-GEAR timing chains are provided for most domestic and import vehicle applications. Assure a quality engine rebuild with new MELL-GEAR gears and sprockets. Each gear and sprocket is manufactured to the required specifications, using high quality materials and the most up to date manufacturing processes.

MELL-GEAR gears and sprockets are offered in both steel and powered metal materials. Two piece timing gear kits are also available when the engine application calls for gears only. Timing gears and sprockets from MELL-GEAR are provided as a part of a complete timing kit program including chain and sprocket kits, as well as for the individual gear and sprocket sales. MELL-GEAR chain kits offer you the coverage and choices of standard, HD and performance to fulfill your timing needs at every service level. Your timing chain serves as a link between your crankshaft and camshaft to assure the two are in time. MELL-GEAR chains and sprockets are manufactured using the highest designs, quality materials and workmanship. This is the exact timing chain used on the Corvette Racing C5-R, C6.R and C7.R race cars from 1997-present in the ALMS and now United Sportscar series. The cost estimate of labor and part may vary depend on the car type, brand and model. Estimate timing belt replacement cost in total (part & labor): 200 700. Estimate taking time: 1-4 hours job, that mean 100 400 labor cost. Both OEM and performance timing chain kits are available. Conclusion of Timing Chain Replacement Cost. Timing chain options include both standard and roller chains to provide matches with the high quality sprockets and if necessary tensioner and guides that fit the application. MELL-GEAR timing chain kits provide an efficient and economical way to provide the timing components needed for a quality engine rebuild.
