Wanted: Valve Cover 2003 2.7L Cyl 1-3

[jgonzalez114]

Jake do you recommend that a new chain be used when installing the replacement head? I looked at the chain and saw no damage but will inspect again after the head is pulled. Still trying to figure out if I'm going to do this on my own or take it to an expert. I don't mind getting my hands dirty but this engine seems more complicated than what I'm used to.

[jgonzalez114]

Hey guys, looking for your opinions on this repair. So I found the head assembled with cams. The seller mentioned the possibility of using the original head and using the new cams and cam cover. Is the cam cover machined to fit the cams, the head block, or both? Would replacing the cams and the cover only have any adverse effects?

Thanks,

[Jake Raby]

Your engine is a 3 chain, ensure the head that you buy is also a 3 chain.

Timing chains cannot be replaced without full engine teardown- they attach to the IMS and have no master links.

You can try to swap the cam covers only, but its risky. Everything with this engine is risky!