biggydowg2014

hello everyone I'm in need of some s2k help please..
my 2002 s2000 needs a timing chain kit fitted but Honda have quoted me 525 plus vat plus fitting, are there cheaper ones out there which don't need shipping from abroad? any help massively appreciated .... thank you

s2klariat

Timing chain kit? Not sure what you mean by this. Are you having your timing chain replaced? Whats the reason for replacement?

biggydowg2014

hi thanks for replying... I'm thinkin of having it done as its over 115,000 miles now and it's never been replaced and last thing I want is engine problems .. any suggestions?

s2klariat

To be honest I cant remember seeing any timing chain failures. If there have been any it is surely a rare occurrence. I think your money could be better spent elsewhere.

Car Analogy

+1. You don't need to replace your timing chain.

When you eventually get a ticking noise it indicates your timing chain tensioner needs to be replaced. But its a 15 min diy to replace it.

But unless your car is making a noise already, you are fine.

s2000maniac

yea the chain is good. my s2k is at 193,000 miles with no chain issues. But the timing chain tensioner are known to go bad and make a rattling noise.

Moddiction

It's a chain not a belt so no need to replace.

If it starts making noise getting the upgrade timing chain tensioner from billman.

MBHs2k

Chains are really intended to last the entire life of the engine. Unless you're car is highly modified, I would not change it.

biggydowg2014

fantastic ... all replies greatly appreciated .. it's only standard with the invidia exhaust and I've got a japspeed air intake to go on aswell.. again thanks for the advice ill tell my
mechanic mate