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      01-20-2024, 07:21 AM   #7
JayDD007
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2020 G07 X7  [0.00]
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Originally Posted by imtyce View Post
When i replace the gear does the timing chain have to be replaced?
No it does not

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Originally Posted by anoller View Post
I’m going to do the chain while I’m there, it’s a big/expensive job labor-wise so why not just do some extra parts while you’re there. I’m at 106k, so I’m going to do chain/tensioner and cam gear
V8 timing chains are an astronomically larger job than just doing a gear (heads, oil pans both coming off, obviously engine removal)

The gear can be replaced with just removing the valve cover and front drive belt/ crank pulley
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