Dodge RAM 1500 timing belt/chain - need to replace it regularly?

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FenderAxe
11-29-2009

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FenderAxe posted on
November 29, 2009, 7:55 pm

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Hi there --

I have a Dodge RAM 1500 quad cab 4x4, and I'm wondering about your opinions
on whether I need to replace the timing belt/chain (not sure if it's a belt
or chain) at a specified point in time, such as after 6 years, 50k miles,
or something like that.

I ask because my other vehicle required a timing belt replacement at 6
years, so I'm wondering if this is standard maintenance for Dodge trucks
too.

Thanks --

FA

PeterD posted on
November 30, 2009, 9:19 am
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Re: Dodge RAM 1500 timing belt/chain - need to replace it regularly?

And the mystery engine is???

FenderAxe posted on
December 1, 2009, 1:19 am
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Re: Dodge RAM 1500 timing belt/chain - need to replace it regularly?

Sorry, my bad. It's the 5.9 liter V8.

FA

PeterD posted on
December 1, 2009, 9:04 am
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Re: Dodge RAM 1500 timing belt/chain - need to replace it regularly?

V8, chain, normally a lifetime component.

Denny posted on
December 1, 2009, 9:16 pm
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Re: Dodge RAM 1500 timing belt/chain - need to replace it regularly?

On a 5.2 or 5.9, you'll hear a funny low pitched rattle from the front
of the engine at idle when the chain stretches and starts hitting the
case. It'll still run forever but the noise is kinda annoying.

Denny