124 230e replacing timing chain

[DanielJAllen]

This needs replacing, has this been covered before?

 

[LostKiwi]

Why does it need replacing?

 

[DanielJAllen]

Why does it need replacing?

Good maintenance - 180,000 miles and the tensioner worn. No excessive rattle.

 

[LostKiwi]

I'd be inclined to change just the tensioner. Sprockets and chains usually wear together. A new chain will either wear the sprockets or wear itself to fit the sprockets. If the chain isn't rattling leave well enough alone. These are duplex chains so last very very well.

 

[DanielJAllen]

I'd be inclined to change just the tensioner. Sprockets and chains usually wear together. A new chain will either wear the sprockets or wear itself to fit the sprockets. If the chain isn't rattling leave well enough alone. These are duplex chains so last very very well.

Thanks for that.

 

[rifiki]

"If it aint broke don't try to fix it"

 

[DanielJAllen]

Just an update,
Fitted new timing chain and tensioner, radiator and awaiting new front grill and drivers seat.
Car repainted, new windscreen and minor welding on panel near jacking points.
Back on the road once lockdown is lifted.
Happy Days.