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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 06:22 PM
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Im installing a new cam in my car and I want to upgrade the timing chain...What would be the best one to go with?
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 06:28 PM
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I went with JWIS... you can use the stock gears
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 06:57 PM
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you can get a double chain and sprocket set up, dont know the price, I went with oem replacement, only like 35 bucks, and it made a difference, the one in there was stretched like a mo foe!
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 07:34 PM
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get the double roller chain from SDPC2000.com. Its $85 and its a really nice piece.
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Old Jun 25, 2003 | 10:40 AM
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i went with the double roller from sdpc at $85 - a REALLY strong piece...very glad i did...
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Old Jun 25, 2003 | 11:18 AM
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I went w/the double roller from SDPC as well... 85 bux, heat treated gears, torrington bearing... VERY nice setup and must stronger than stock
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