Chain Replacement
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Chain Options
- See Aftermarket_Parts#Chain_Options for part numbers and details
- Repro of original chains available from SM Club of France
- Renold Synergy chains strongly recommended
- 06b-2 Renold part #06b-2SYN
- Renold Synergy Product Page:
- (contains an English product manual and a German product manual)
- http://www.renold.com/Products/TransmissionChainSprockets/RenoldSynergy/RenoldSynergyIndexPage.asp
- Make sure to download the Renold Synergy Brochure (from the Product Page above) to see all the advantages of the Synergy chain.
- Synergy is not an automotive grade chain, but appears to be quite servicable nevertheless.
- IWIS chains
- Used in Mercedes
- Generally available
- Automotive Grade chain with polished links
Checking the Primary Chain Tensioner
- Drop the oil pan
- Measure remaining "play" in tensioner
- Can be reused if no wear or rubbing is visible
Checking the Secondary Chains Tension
- fill me in
Replacement Notes
- Chains (only) can be replaced without removing engine
- Modifying the tensioner and oil spray likely requires removing engine
- Be sure to fit new Primary Chain Tensioner
- Be sure to drill Primary Chain Oil Spray
- See also:
