Timing
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Year: 1999
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Timing
I know that most inline 6 diesel engines use timing gears instead of belts or chains. I'm guessing for durability. Is there a way to convert the 4.0 to gears? Any advantage over a chain? Belts are for pants. Just a curiosity question really. My XJ is double duty, off road fun and driven to work when the weather requires it!
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From: Prescott, Az
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
I know that most inline 6 diesel engines use timing gears instead of belts or chains. I'm guessing for durability. Is there a way to convert the 4.0 to gears? Any advantage over a chain? Belts are for pants. Just a curiosity question really. My XJ is double duty, off road fun and driven to work when the weather requires it!
No need. They rarely need a timing chain.
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