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Originally Posted by cherrington17
can't just replace the timing chain?
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Unfortunately it's not very cost effective to just replace the chain.
It's FAR more cost effective to just swap the engine because they're plentiful.
Just to do a timing chain you're looking at least..
Head gasket set, $115
Timing cover gasket $30
Timing chain set $184
Intake valves $38 (4@9.50)
Exhaust valve $49.60 (4@12.40)
And that's not everything. You can pick up plenty of used Ecotecs in the $500 range and not have to do anything to them. Not to mention get a newer one which has less timing issues.