Replacing tensioner

[David Griffith 2]

I have the notorious '01 job 1 timing chain rattle. I want to get this fixed before it becomes a problem. I have not seen a project on this to determine how hard it is.. I'm worried about tinkering with the engine.. How much should this cost to get fixed?? Anybody got a parts and labor estimate from taking it in to a shop? Thanks in advance for any help.

 

[Alan Peters]

Its pretty hard and labor intensive. I would use the search function and research it a bit as well. But I would look at a Ford Dealer doing the work rather than yourself.



Some members posted an actual copy of their invoice, but its been some time since I've seen one.



If its the tensioner on the top of the engine, very simple to replace.

 

[Tom Schindler]

Griff, it is not hard at all.



You need to remove the intake to replace the tensioner. You can actually see it from the outside of the engine. While you have everything apart, you should replace the intake gaskets.



It honestly is not that hard and only takes a few hours to do everything. My brother and I did it during the winter in a garage with cold numb fingers and all hand tools. We could have done it quicker, but during the winter, you just don't feel like doing much of anything.





Tom

 

[Victor V01]

Tom,



What part can you see outside the engine? Do you have any pictures? Thanks Victor

 

[Tom Schindler]

I can take pictures.





Tom

 

[Tom Schindler]

Here are some pics.



This first picture shows you the area to look.

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This picture shows my fingers almost touching it.

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This picture shows you what it looks like.

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If I removed the intake ducting, you could get a better angle of it, but I do not want to tear everything apart.





Tom