tk-mpl

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I got my DOD delete kit from TSP and it came with a new tensioner for the timing chain. It is a simple block PN#12588670 and the one on the engine is a larger spring loaded guide. I would think the old one would be better. Do I have to change it to work with the new 3 bolt cam and sprocket?

Thanks

tech@WS6store

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The spring loaded guide isnt very good. The solid tensioner is better. use it.

85Iroc

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I had the same question. My chain was really loose and I questioned if the solid tensioner would work. I put the factory style back in but I probably should have used the solid one. I wouldn't be surprised if the factory style one that I used isn't broken already.

tk-mpl

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ok thanks, just wasn't sure cause the factory one seems to look like it covers or guides more of the chain the replacement one.

brandon6.0

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The factory ones are bad about breaking. Use the solid one. Sometimes i dont use one at all.

tk-mpl

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Anybody know the torque on the 3 cam sprocket bolts?

Thanks

G Atsma

26 #/ft.

tk-mpl

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Well got it in there and the chain now seems really loose..

G Atsma

It tightens as the engine warms up. If all is put together right, it will be fine.

85Iroc

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Freaked me out how loose the chain was too. I guess where I'm used to SBC and BBC stuff. It will be fine.

brandon6.0

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yea sometimes on the higher milage units it will be sloppy loose. Never had an issue with one tho.

85Iroc

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Mine was a new chain and it seemed crazy loose to me. I didn't remember my camaro being that loose.

G Atsma

They are loose because aluminum blocks/heads really GROW. Once warm, they are as tight as necessary. The looseness when cold is of no consequence.

tk-mpl

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Thanks for your help guys.