timing chain replacement for 02 durango 4.7

[billyi]

my timing chain just went out and i have never work on a 4.7 ? any pics or advice info would be great ? i do have it broke down and i can see that it is definely a issue in back cuz there is no tension on back chain coming off the heads and the back chain is not moving . crankshaft to cam is tight and and rotates thank in advance

[Dj Wolf]

I got a PCI brand kit from ebay when I rebuilt my motor. I dont remember the seller but just search "4.7 timing" I would also verify the part number from PCI's site to make sure your getting the right one. The parts were the same if not better than stock. There are two versions of most timing kits for the 4.7L with or with out the sprockets that bolt to the cam. If your sprockets are not damaged then i would just get the kit with out and save about $100. I personally got new sprockets also only because of the type of build I was doing

[modain]

You'll need a special tool to press the harmonic balancer back on. I'll sell you one for $40 shipped.

http://www.dakota-durango.com/forum/...d.php?t=124537

[Tjoe]

Hey billyi, was your truck making a knocking noise?

[dbilik]

Or rent the tool from airram for $15 a week.

Also, check your tensioners and everything, it is a good time to replace them if anything looks worn. My had a pretty good groove in them after 160,000 miles.

[billyi]

died going down road, got it started but ran like crap , finally want start, but didn't knock or make any noise when it died originally

[dbilik]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/3808758...7622572025039/

This is the link to the album I created when I was doing my 4.7L swap. Maybe some of the photos will help you, lots of the timing chains.