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Old 02-21-2006, 05:55 PM   #1
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Question Easy Question for 97 chevy lumina 3.1

97 Lumina 3.1... want to change the timing chain since its got 243k on her... Im pretty mechanically inclined so.... how long am I looking at(time wise in Hrs???) I have no airtools but everything else.... and while Im in there anything else besides chain/gears and tensioner should I do??? Thnx In advance to all who answer


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Re: Easy Question for 97 chevy lumina 3.1

You probably will need an impact gun for the crank bolt, but maybe not, it is not as big as the 3.8. Book time is about 4-4.5 hours for an experienced tech. I'd figure a full days work.
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Re: Easy Question for 97 chevy lumina 3.1

Don't forget plenty of your favorite beverage, as you'll be bent over all day and need some liquid patience.
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Re: Easy Question for 97 chevy lumina 3.1

Thnx Guys I broke that crank bolt loose when I did the harmonic balancer over last summer... not too bad... I figure a day or so also...but thnx for the advice... take care all...

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