What does it cost to replace the tensioner for.

Tiny
SANDIEH
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  • 1999 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 17,000 MILES
What does it cost to replace the tensioner for the timing chain pn a 99 Cavalier 2.4 twin cam
Friday, December 14th, 2012 AT 6:27 PM

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Tiny
SATURNTECH9
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Your going to have to replace the whole kit what is your zjp code?
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Friday, December 14th, 2012 AT 6:30 PM
Tiny
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My zip is 73701. Mechanic I am using is West Maine Auto and he said replacing the tensioner did not stop the noise. What does the whole kit consist of?
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Monday, December 17th, 2012 AT 9:50 PM
Tiny
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The whole kit is the tensior timing chain all the sprockets and guides. Just replacing the tenisor is the wrong way to fix a noisy timing chain.
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Wednesday, December 19th, 2012 AT 1:36 AM

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