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2000 dodge dakota timing chain replacement install#

"Anyone have any experience with the Hughes double timing chains? It says with their hardened sprockets and chain, it won't ever stretch but should I still install a tensioner?" I think I will wait until after my move in January though.Īnyone have any experience with the Hughes double timing chains? It says with their hardened sprockets and chain, it won't ever stretch but should I still install a tensioner? The truck isn't my main vehicle so I can take my time and drive the Stratus. Well, I think I will just give it a shot. Wow! $550? I new I saved some by doing it myself but didn't know it was that much. Warranty labor rates are usually 20 under customer pay too. Maintaining timing alignment is not all that difficult if you are careful and follow the manual.

You've alread gone as far as replacing you water pump and when you've gone that far, you are about 50% of the way done. I just did the same thing in about 6 hrs. I just had a plenum gasket replaced under warranty and that ran $550 just for labor.

I don't have a flat rate book so that's only a guess.

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I would say that they would charge you around 6 hours plus parts. may give you a lil more info on whether you wanna tackle it or not. Larry did a how-to on this fairly recently as well. If I do take it to have it done, how many hours of labor can I expect to pay?

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I will thoroughly study the service manual first. As far as the front oil seal, I don't really know anything about it. I don't know if I would be prepared to do the oil pan. I got it done but it is much more difficult doing it laying on your back than doing it on a lift. Also, I spent a day last weekend dropping the transmission pan and putting it back on wih a new filter.

2000 dodge dakota timing chain replacement how to#

I don't know how to check the timing if I can't get the new chain and sprockets on the same as the old ones. Perhaps this is one I should leave to the professionals. If you don't have the timing right, cam and crank get out of alignment, you will have to do it over again. If you are not careful you could also end up replacing the front oil seal on the cover. Little things like tearing the front of the oil pan gasket can mean additional work and you should plan on having things like an extra gasket. I would plan on spending a weekend doing it unless you have done it before. For most people this is at least an all day job. Most of the time the sprockets will come off with nothing more than using two large screwdivers or similar prying devices. I plan on using the Hughes high performance double timing chain and sprockets.Īny advice? How hard of a job is this really? How hard are the timing chain sprockets to remove? Does it take a special tool or do they come off easily after removing the housing? I also replaced my water pump successfully.ĭo those of you with experience replacing the timing chain think I should undertake that project? Is it a much more difficult job than the intake gaskets? I certainly can't afford to pay the labor to have the chain replaced since I am about to start on my first mortgage on a brand new house. I do my own oil changes and brakes and things of that nature. I did the complete intake gasket replacement by myself without much difficulty. As the complete timing authority, Cloyes backs its products with an unparalleled level of knowledge and experience that dates back nearly a centuryįront Does NOT contain Camshaft Sprocket, Crankshaft Sprocket or Idler Sprockets.I am a somewhat experienced shadetree mechanic. TRUST IN CLOYES: Cloyes is the North American leader and global designer, developer, manufacturer, and distributor of timing drive systems and engine components for original equipment manufacturers and the automotive aftermarket.RELY ON QUALITY TIMING KITS: Cloyes focuses on the complete timing system, offering the highest quality timing kits and engine components that meet or exceed OEM performance for stock replacement applications as well as building custom timing sets with advanced technology and unmatched quality for optimum racing performance.With this Engine part, restore your vehicle to run as good as new If anything in this system breaks or starts to malfunction, it could lead to serious engine trouble where your engine starts to perform poorly and could even fail to run. RESTORE YOUR ENGINE: The Engine system in your vehicle is the heart and soul of a well-timed machine.Outstanding functionality is a click away If you are looking for a part that stands the test of time, look no further. That is why choosing an exceptional, precision-made, and robust aftermarket part like this one is so important. OPT FOR PREMIUM VALVE TRAIN COMPONENTS: Valve Train Components need to be as finely tuned as the engine they support.