Arlie99 Posted June 30 Report Posted June 30 New to the forum and could use some advice. I just acquired a 1950 Plymouth Deluxe with the 218 and its all stock but needs a timing chain, previous owner already removed cover and chain and I already have the new chain and sprockets, do you guys have any tips with installing it and anything else I should replace while I'm at it. Quote
keithb7 Posted June 30 Report Posted June 30 Front crank seal. Speedi sleeve may be a good idea. Is rad out? Drop it off at rad shop for a cleaning and test. New timing cover gasket. Be sure you get the upgraded timing chain with extra row of center strut links. Quote
Arlie99 Posted July 1 Author Report Posted July 1 Rad is out and this is the timing chain I found on ebay that says will work, FOR 1949 1950 1951 1952 1953 1954 PLYMOUTH BRAND NEW TIMING CHAINS AND SPROCKET | eBay Mainly just want to get it running now and then after I'm probably going to have to put new master cylinder and lines etc, because it has no brakes but overall I think I got a good deal on it as it was basically free and has no rust. Head bolts are being pretty stubborn but I'm going to get one of those induction heaters to get them hot enough to get them loose. Quote
keithb7 Posted July 1 Report Posted July 1 My vote is no on that timing chain set. Order one from Vintage Power Wagons or somewhere else. The product quality and customer service from that E-bay seller is questionable at best. 1 Quote
Arlie99 Posted July 1 Author Report Posted July 1 I'm going to order the one from vintage power wagons, thanks for the advice. 1 Quote
DJK Posted July 1 Report Posted July 1 8 hours ago, keithb7 said: My vote is no on that timing chain set. Order one from Vintage Power Wagons or somewhere else. The product quality and customer service from that E-bay seller is questionable at best. Not to mention his prices!!!!! Quote
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