Hi guys just starting to work on my engine and noticed that the chain tensioner appears quite short only about 5mm of thread left, is that normal or do i have to change the chain?
Does your timing chain currently rattle?
Yes your chain chain/tensioner and pads are obviously worn and you will need to eventually do something about it but I wouldn’t change or do anything if it doesn’t rattle. Just wait until it does.
However if you are doing an engine rebuild then obviously you would replace as necessary.
Alan.
Thanks Alan as i have the engine out i might as well change the parts you mentioned.