1988 Dodge Ramcharger timing

1988 DODGE RAMCHARGER
250,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MUDBUGGY
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I am going to replace the worn powerplant with a refurb 360, thinking a installing a geared timing set. What is the typical lifespan of a geared timing set, i.e. better or worse then a chain set?
Jan 18, 2010 at 5:25 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It may out last a standard set but not by that much. If the cost is much more, save the money.
Jan 25, 2010 at 7:59 PM
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