I need Timing chain replacement instructions

[Midnight]

I am a mechanically savvy guy.... I know my way around a wrench.

My timing chains are clicking at startup... I have 160K miles on it.

I can rent a car to ensure the job doesn't need to be fixed in one day, I can work on it for a few days.

Labor is CRAZY if someone is to do it...

Anyone have a DIY on changing the chains? Can it be done by just taking the fan out and removing all the stuff that's attached to the front cover?

I watched a video on YouTube "timing chain replacement modular 4.6"

Of course it looks easier on video... But I don't mind getting a little dirty to save ALOT OF MONEY.

Alls I have is a driveway and tools. And ill need a "harmonizer" to remove the bottom pulley


I remember seeing a good post about it... But lost it

HELP ME OUT:help:

[Midnight]

Anyone.... Lol

[RF Overlord]

Are you sure it's the chains? Mary's car has 175,xxx and has no chain noise.

What kind of oil filter are you using? Many filters use a nitrile ADBV (anti drain-back valve) that is prone to stiffness after prolonged use (sigh...go ahead... :rolleyes: ) and allows oil to drain back into the pan, causing startup noise. Using a filter with a silicone ADBV, as recommended by Ford, helps to minimize that.

[Marauderjack]

Mine has 249,000 miles with no apparent problem with the chains or tensioners......I hope?? :confused: ;)

[fastblackmerc]

I am a mechanically savvy guy.... I know my way around a wrench.

My timing chains are clicking at startup... I have 160K miles on it.

I can rent a car to ensure the job doesn't need to be fixed in one day, I can work on it for a few days.

Labor is CRAZY if someone is to do it...

Anyone have a DIY on changing the chains? Can it be done by just taking the fan out and removing all the stuff that's attached to the front cover?

I watched a video on YouTube "timing chain replacement modular 4.6"

Of course it looks easier on video... But I don't mind getting a little dirty to save ALOT OF MONEY.

Alls I have is a driveway and tools. And ill need a "harmonizer" to remove the bottom pulley


I remember seeing a good post about it... But lost it

HELP ME OUT:help:

I'd purchase a FORD shop manual.

[JoeBoomz]

The chains themselves are probably fine and you may just need new tensioners.

[Blackmobile]

This may help but is for a 2 valve:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HAQwkISqdGw

[Kennyrauder]

I'll bet a 12 pack that it's your tensioners. Our Intec 32 valve engine is prone to some chain rattle on start up especially if you are using 5w20 syn oil. Personally I wouldn't worry about it.

[RacerX]

Here: http://mgsv-club.com/images/downloads_and_dvds/V8%20Engine%20Assembly%20Manua l.pdf

[Midnight]

LOL! I watched that like 20 times! Looks so easy huh!

[Midnight]

To be honest, I was normally using the Motorcraft filter till I got a sale on pennzoil and a filter on sale...... I'm gonna go pop a Motorcraft back in. See if it does better

[blackhueys]

this might help you some.