The clacky clack rattle at idle is driving me nuts. If this year motor has the tensoner I'll pay the labor to have it done. I've read enough to know what a pain in the ass it will be to get to those two bolts. If not, it should be about a 6-pack job right? (ok, maybe
To bad there aren't parts to make it a direct gear only system. Chains always stretch and the whine from the gears would be so unique sounding on an I6 Jeep.
Thanks, Brian
Have you checked the Mopar Performance catalog? I don't have one here, but I kind of remember a gear drive system. Pricey though, if I am remembering right. There are roller rockers and mechanical adjusters too.
Saludos cordiales,
Earle
The chain is good for over 200,000 miles. Most folks don't keep a Jeep through two chains. :) Depending on the space you have the hardest part is removing the harmonic balancer and pressing it back in. (don't use a hammer it screws up the bearings) Use the correct tool.
Since it's clicking you need to carefully inspect the guard for wear. You don't need the chain carving a hole.
The life of the chain depends a lot on how you drive it and maintain it too. If you slack off on oil changes it will shorten life a got bit and also if you are one to wind it out in everygear all the time. Chains seem to last loanger in sticks than automatics and this is likely because of the constant sudden RPM changes in engine with a automatic shifting which stresses chain when it is arresting camshaft momentum on a upshift. (especailly WOT) With sticks this tends to be more gradual.
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I agree completely with looking at the parts that are off: water pump, hoses, radiator, belt, fan clutch, maybe even the alternator. But you sure can go through $$$$ if you do!!!
Might as well put > RoyJ wrote:
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