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09-23-2014, 11:17 AM

reb1999

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Latest update Timing Chains and Guides

Hi Guys, I am going to have my timing chains replaced along with its guides for my '99 XK8 4.0 .
What is the latest design that you know of and the best place to buy the kit.

Thank you, Rich

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09-23-2014, 12:18 PM

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Rich,
I got my kit from S N G Barratt. Don't forget the shorter bolts for the tensioners when you order the parts.

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09-23-2014, 02:26 PM

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Another source is christophers foreign car parts.com

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09-23-2014, 04:25 PM

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At one time on-line Ford/Lincoln dealers consistently had the lowest prices for the Thunderbird/LS that had the same engine. Haven't priced them lately.

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