Hi! I have a 2006 KJ and my mechanic happened to notice a rattle. He is a very good friend and very knowledgeable mechanic and said that this is a pretty common problem with the KJs. I trust him completely. He's done some incredible fixes on my previous cars. He doesn't mind using aftermarket products on vehicles but there are times when he feels they are substandard. I need to order the tensioners and he wants the OEM parts for this. Does anyone have preference to OEM over aftermarket on these parts? There are other parts I also have to order and again, he wants OEM for this particular job. Thoughts or apprehensions???
Timing Chain Tensioners etc ..
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DadOSix
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I prefer to use known items when you (he) has to go this far into the engine.
For just tensioners, I would follow his recommendations. Remember, he is the one who will stand behind this work.
Personally, I have used Cloyes (specialize in engine timing sets) or Melling for other engine items, like the valve lash adjusters (lifters) that I replaced in my 06.
For just tensioners, I would follow his recommendations. Remember, he is the one who will stand behind this work.
Personally, I have used Cloyes (specialize in engine timing sets) or Melling for other engine items, like the valve lash adjusters (lifters) that I replaced in my 06.
Cloyes and Melling are the best, but I have purchased the kit from Ebay when money was scarce! I have done several in this manner and haven't had any issues. Mitzumo Auto and others. Example: https://www.ebay.com/itm/1751688058...5+oxCLKLN+ncR8mQhJKpNvEanR|tkp:Bk9SR6D0g73IZA
