Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jhngardner367 · 08-28-2016, 02:03 PM

I have a 2002 S10,2.2L engine. I saw a Cloyes timing chain set that claims it's designed to eliminate the tensioner.
Has anyone used one ,and is it good,or bad?

ka_jd7and1 · 08-29-2016, 06:07 PM

From what I had read, OEM is the only way to go, and is what my truck got when I replaced it. Just have to use the new chain oiler plug with the larger hole in it.

jhngardner367 · 08-29-2016, 11:10 PM

Is yours from the dealer,or aftermarket?

ka_jd7and1 · 08-30-2016, 11:17 AM

I bought it from someone, who had bought it from the dealer and never used it.

jhngardner367 · 08-30-2016, 05:00 PM

Ok, thanks.
I'm just curious about the quality of the ones from AutoZone.
Don't want any screw ups ,since I'm in it already ,for almost $800 .
New head,water pump,radiator,t-stat, gaskets etc.
As for the oiler orifice,...didn't GM update that,in later ones ?

ka_jd7and1 · 08-30-2016, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by jhngardner367

Ok, thanks.
I'm just curious about the quality of the ones from AutoZone.
Don't want any screw ups ,since I'm in it already ,for almost $800 .
New head,water pump,radiator,t-stat, gaskets etc.
As for the oiler orifice,...didn't GM update that,in later ones ?

Did you happen to do engine bearings as well? That's what happened to me, new head & head gasket, timing chain, etc. at 150K. Ended up spinning a rod bearing 5K later. I knew I had developed oil pressure issues shortly after the head swap, and decided to run it til she blew. Now doing a rebuilt short block bottom end with the new(ish) head swapped over.

I was told it was an after the fact change, not sure if they were updated or not. I have an '03.

From what I had read on another forum, the non-OE ones wear out a lot quicker. I would rather spend the money up front and not have to buy more parts (or my labor time) on the back end.

jhngardner367 · 08-30-2016, 05:36 PM

New OEM at the dealers are $265,for all the pieces(chain,gears,tensioner are sold separately).
This engine was overheated due to extended use of E-85. Wore holes next to th valves,into the water passage.
Had he block checked,and bearings are all fine,since no coolant in the oil pan.
Radiator tank blew out from t-stat locking closed.
So, I'm changing everything,to be safe.

gmtech68 · 10-29-2016, 11:01 PM

How is it possible for E85 to do that? E85 burns cooler. It certainly can't eat metal inside a passage like that. If so, I'd sure like to know how.

jhngardner367 · 10-30-2016, 11:07 AM

Ethanol doesn't make as much hp,as gasoline,therefore the engine works harder to do the same work.
The owner's manual of this truck states that if E-85 is used,the loadshould be reduced to 500lbs,the speed is reduced,and the truck should NOT pull a trailer,as overheating/engine damage can occur.
The damage was caused by hauling ,at highway speeds,and when the head over heated the coolant damaged the chamber side of the head.

gmtech68 · 10-31-2016, 11:52 PM

Interesting. Optimizing the engine for E85 would make it difficult to burn regular gasoline. The mods are similar to propane or CNG.

08-28-2016, 02:03 PM	#1
jhngardner367 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Austin, Arkansas Posts: 248	Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine I have a 2002 S10,2.2L engine. I saw a Cloyes timing chain set that claims it's designed to eliminate the tensioner. Has anyone used one ,and is it good,or bad? __________________ Always expect the unexpected,....but don't expect the unexpected to be the unexpected you expect ! I'm busier than a one-legged cat,in a sandbox! Veteran..and proud ! I can't fix what ain't broke....you want I should break it?

08-29-2016, 06:07 PM	#2
ka_jd7and1 is a fungineer Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Bakersfield, CA Posts: 795	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine From what I had read, OEM is the only way to go, and is what my truck got when I replaced it. Just have to use the new chain oiler plug with the larger hole in it. __________________ 2003 S10, 2.2 auto- the daily driver, currently with a 2"/2" drop and some minor engine bolt-ons 1978 Impala 2-door, race 350/T350 - the new race car, in progress 1968 Chevy C10 longbed- 3/5 drop, currently undergoing a heart transplant

08-29-2016, 11:10 PM	#3
jhngardner367 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Austin, Arkansas Posts: 248	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine Is yours from the dealer,or aftermarket? __________________ Always expect the unexpected,....but don't expect the unexpected to be the unexpected you expect ! I'm busier than a one-legged cat,in a sandbox! Veteran..and proud ! I can't fix what ain't broke....you want I should break it?

08-30-2016, 11:17 AM	#4
ka_jd7and1 is a fungineer Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Bakersfield, CA Posts: 795	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine I bought it from someone, who had bought it from the dealer and never used it. __________________ 2003 S10, 2.2 auto- the daily driver, currently with a 2"/2" drop and some minor engine bolt-ons 1978 Impala 2-door, race 350/T350 - the new race car, in progress 1968 Chevy C10 longbed- 3/5 drop, currently undergoing a heart transplant

08-30-2016, 05:00 PM	#5
jhngardner367 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Austin, Arkansas Posts: 248	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine Ok, thanks. I'm just curious about the quality of the ones from AutoZone. Don't want any screw ups ,since I'm in it already ,for almost $800 . New head,water pump,radiator,t-stat, gaskets etc. As for the oiler orifice,...didn't GM update that,in later ones ? __________________ Always expect the unexpected,....but don't expect the unexpected to be the unexpected you expect ! I'm busier than a one-legged cat,in a sandbox! Veteran..and proud ! I can't fix what ain't broke....you want I should break it?

08-30-2016, 05:36 PM	#7
jhngardner367 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Austin, Arkansas Posts: 248	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine New OEM at the dealers are $265,for all the pieces(chain,gears,tensioner are sold separately). This engine was overheated due to extended use of E-85. Wore holes next to th valves,into the water passage. Had he block checked,and bearings are all fine,since no coolant in the oil pan. Radiator tank blew out from t-stat locking closed. So, I'm changing everything,to be safe. __________________ Always expect the unexpected,....but don't expect the unexpected to be the unexpected you expect ! I'm busier than a one-legged cat,in a sandbox! Veteran..and proud ! I can't fix what ain't broke....you want I should break it?

10-29-2016, 11:01 PM	#8
gmtech68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Devon, Alberta Posts: 24	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine How is it possible for E85 to do that? E85 burns cooler. It certainly can't eat metal inside a passage like that. If so, I'd sure like to know how.

10-30-2016, 11:07 AM	#9
jhngardner367 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Austin, Arkansas Posts: 248	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine Ethanol doesn't make as much hp,as gasoline,therefore the engine works harder to do the same work. The owner's manual of this truck states that if E-85 is used,the loadshould be reduced to 500lbs,the speed is reduced,and the truck should NOT pull a trailer,as overheating/engine damage can occur. The damage was caused by hauling ,at highway speeds,and when the head over heated the coolant damaged the chamber side of the head. __________________ Always expect the unexpected,....but don't expect the unexpected to be the unexpected you expect ! I'm busier than a one-legged cat,in a sandbox! Veteran..and proud ! I can't fix what ain't broke....you want I should break it?

10-31-2016, 11:52 PM	#10
gmtech68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Devon, Alberta Posts: 24	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine Interesting. Optimizing the engine for E85 would make it difficult to burn regular gasoline. The mods are similar to propane or CNG.

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