So im replacing the timing chain since im adding a cam and various parts and not sure i trust the old chain. Motor is a 96 with ewp and its getting a cc503. I was told Pro Gear is the set to get but was reading and saw it might now allow for keeping the crank position sensor. Anybody know if this is true and possibly a part number? Any other brand suggestions for my needs?

 

Go with the stock replacement. It works just fine.

Dan

 

I have not heard anything about why you wouldnt be able to use the crank position sensor. I am going to be running a pro gear on my setup with the sensor? The sensor mounts flush with the timing cover, and the sensor wheel rides piggy back to the crank sprocket. I really dont see why you couldnt use it as long as the overall thickness does not exceed the timing cover thickness, which I doubt it does.

 

Sounds like a Cloyes 9-3145 would fit the bill as well.

 

Well what i read didnt say you couldnt use the cps but said it might not. Ill call pro gear on monday and see what they say.

 

I have the Cloyes and it works great

 

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I haven't been on the board for a while, so I don't know what is the latest fad is on timing sets. But I thought the GMPP LT1/LT4 HD timing set was very good.

 

I dont like the stock chain because it is a butt link chain and is inefficient and stiff. I prefer the LT4 extreme duty which is a true roller chain and is actually made by Cloyes I think. Great timing set.