Timing Job M62TU 02 540

[JimLev]

^__ I've seen some that have a groove cut into them from the chain but never a piece broke off.

[JimLev]

GG, what's the screw tensioner like that comes with the GAS kit?
The Koch kit I have just uses a threaded rod with a hex at the end with a thumb wheel to lock it in position.
Almost impossible to over tighten it just using your 2 fingers.

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[geargrinder]

GG, what's the screw tensioner like that comes with the GAS kit?
The Koch kit I have just uses a threaded rod with a hex at the end with a thumb wheel to lock it in position.
Almost impossible to over tighten it just using your 2 fingers.

Very close to exactly same in function, but block is smaller, and the shaft turns instead of a knurled nut + bushing that turns on the shaft. I think they slim it down to make it easier to work above the AC compressor.
Definitely not one of the areas where the G.A.S. kit has any particular advantage though.