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Need help with tensioner kit 4.3?
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I seen a close up pic of engine.looks like tensioner goes on inside towards chain.seems like alot of tension on there but i guess its designed that way? I hope tensiooner doesnt end up in oil pan after 50 miles.
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Welcome!
I wouldn't run a aftermarket tensioner, those engines have lasted decades without them, especially if it's a stock engine. Replace the chain and gears, shouldn't have too much play unless your bearings are shot.
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Late production 4.3 engines came factory with a tensioner.
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The new LS based truck engines have the same design tensioner. The only problem I've run into is during removal the plastic breaks easily. As a matter of fact I broke one today putting a camshaft in. They don't wear out.
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Join Date: Nov 2016
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Well i hqve the kit in and engine assembled.hind sight i probly should have used regular kit like mentioned but oh well.havent ran yet the chincy chain may fly apart.
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