Clutch Rebuild/Timing Chain Replacement/95 Nissan Pick-up 135k miles

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the mango - 09 Jan 2006 01:33 GMT

Hi,

So far my 1995 Nissan 4 cylinder pick-up has made it to 135k miles on its
original timing chain.

At what interval is the chain normally replaced?

Also, the clutch is still OEM. Does a clutch usually last this long?

Have I been lucky or is this normal?

Thanks,

Jeff

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JimV - 09 Jan 2006 03:06 GMT

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Chains are good for the life of the engine (at least that's the intent).

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me 2007 - 09 Jan 2006 03:07 GMT

I'm pretty sure that a timing chain only breaks if other things leading it
to break so you don't change it at any certain interval.

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Larry Colombo - 09 Jan 2006 22:35 GMT

Mine is at 126K and both the clutch and chain are original with no problems
yet.
I was told that by the time the chain goes the motor will be toast.

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speedy - 09 Jan 2006 22:52 GMT

Hee hee saw some amusing replies..... "life of the cahin = life of
engine" !! Well thats probably true since when the chain breaks it goes
through the oil pump cover!

If you are a regular oil changer your chain probably has life left in
it. If you dont... well it could grenade. Pull off the valve cover and
look at the sprocket. If you can see wear between the teeth, or
unsymetrical profiles on the teeth, the chain is shot!

-SP

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