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Lets not forget he wants it done within this year. :D

Guess that hit a few nerves! Hell I thought it was funny. Go with someone local. It's nice to be close if and when something comes up.

I copied this link from an e-mail Jerdog sent to me that I thought was pretty interesting. Also, upon more research i have found that many engine builders have been complaining about how loose the chains have been fitting lately as opposed to years ago. I remember when I was putting timing chains on back in the day they were always very tight. Apparently that hasn't been the case as of late.

http://www.enginebuildermag.com/Arti...nd_how_to.aspx

This is a pic of the Hy-Vo chain used in the NASCAR engines that are not running belt drives. I am currently trying to see if they make one for Chevy applications.http://image.circletrack.com/f/26295...hain_setup.jpg

Good stuff. I am waiting to see what you decide to use. :unibrow: I'm gonna ask Watson Racing what they recommend and use next time I'm there too.

That is something I was talking about with a local engine builder. I have been thinking of using a high end gear drive and he said a good roller "comp" or belt drive "jesel" I just don't feel like I can trust a chain with all differences in stretch and balance. Still undecided I like the high end gear drive units.

Another option would be this belt drive system. I like the xceldyne because you can get it with a dust cover.

http://pitstopusa.com/i-5076159-xcel...oved-rail.html

I talked to my engine builder about gear drive and he said the dog bone style were unreliable. He told me that the most reliable gear drive set up would be one that had the center gear integrated with the timing cover. I dont remember who he said makes it though.

Man, are we gonna end up with belt drives? :willy:

Found this quick and to the point article.

http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/...ng_Chains.aspx