Mark (s),
Yes, Kent alluded to those offset woodruff keys in his video, maybe that would be a good next step, and worry about the chain later, when it stretches more. I get some smoking, which I feel that I shouldn't have, with my rebuilt turbo, rebuilt injectors, clean fuel system etc, maybe the timing will help. If MB makes a 5* offset woodruff key, then it seems like it's within spec to use.
How long do timing chains last? (I know, it depends) Do timing chains stretch evenly throughout their life, or do they stretch more near the end? I don't want to have a catastrophic failure of the chain.
My '85 300D now has 232,000 miles on it.
I bought this car in 2005 with 93,000 miles, and have kept up the maintenance schedules for the 140k that I've owned it.
If I keep at my current usage, it'll be around 300K in 7yrs (2026), and if the chain stretch rate is even, it'll be about 7* off by then, w/o offset woodruff key, 2* off with the 5* key.
Thanks
As far as I have read, when you hit 5 deg, you are already at the maximum.
Also, keep in mind that you have restored the cam timing, but the FIP also needs to be reset. It too is subject to offset from TC wear.
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