I just got my built longblock, but in my naivete didn't realize longblocks didn't come with the timing chain assembly and cover....

My question is should I replace the timing chain/assembly or can I re-use the timing chain assembly in my old engine?

 

As long as the original chain looks to be in good condition, I wouldn't hesitate reusing.

 

Unless the motor had a blown bearing and sent metal everywhere, the original chain should be fine as long as it looks to be in good condition as Chris has already said.

 

hey if it looks to be in good condition you should be fine







lmao.

 

Haven't seen a bad chain yet...they are engineered to run for 200k miles.