I had a machine shop build my short block a few years back and I had a leak around the timing chain cover so I was going to replace it. When I took off the cover I seen morse on the timing chain . I have never heard of morse and was wondering if I should change the chain while I have it apart. Is this a good chain or sub-par? I tried a search and came up empty. The part # on the cam gear was 2-04 814t .

 

I'm not sue they are still in business, however, Morse is/was a "high quality" parts manufacturer. A timing chain and gears are high-wear items in any engine. Therefore, during a tear-down it probably wouldn't hurt to replace it on the side of caution. Also, high-volume oil pumps can place additional wear on the chain and gears.

WD

 

Thanks for the reply. I guess I'll get a progear. Does anyone know the part # for a progear? I found one but I can't find anyone else giving a part #. The # I found is 732hdstr is that the right one?