1989 Oldsmobile 88 timing

1989 OLDSMOBILE 88
115,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CUSTOMSLOTCARS
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I want to order a timing chain set. i see both a three bolt and a single bolt cam pulley listed for the 3800 motor. how do i know which one i need?
Jul 14, 2010 at 9:30 AM
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The only way to be 100% certain on which you need, you will want to pull the front timing cover/ water pump off to visually inspect it. It will either have a counterbored bolt hole or three bolts.
Jul 14, 2010 at 10:53 AM
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