Ford 4.0L SOHC V6 Rear Timing Cassette Replacement (WITHOUT FORD SPECIAL TOOLS)

[@iamdjnam]

ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION MUST BE REMOVED TO COMPLETE THIS PROCEDURE.

[@kevinwhitt6855]

How many hours does It take you to do one of these drive in to drive out? Thanks for the great videos!

[@iamdjnam]

I can have an engine removed and bolted back in same day. Granted it needs nothing than just this procedure.

[@brdman8667]

With the vice grip idea I used a 6mm Allen wrench for the slots on the opposite side to prevent it from moving in either direction it fits perfect in the slots

[@iamdjnam]

@@brdman8667 great idea

[@brdman8667]

Also with your chain and shackle idea I still used the shackle but instead of the chain I bought a small 3/8 turnbuckle with 2 eyes on either end... still same concept but you can adjust it to what hole you need and it take away all the slop the chain has for it to be more acurate and u don't need to take it off you can put it on either side for both loosening and tightening. The eye on the sprocket side fits in between the shackle and the gear perfect. I'd imagine the turnbuckle with a hook on either end would work as well

[@rporobotjack3683]

I'm impressed !. It is so nice to see young men who have learned how to do repairs on vehicles not just being parts replacers. I learned my skills out of necessity , because I could not afford to have someone else to do the work. Shop manuals and the right tools are needed and they last forever. Keep learning and there will be very little that you will not tackle.

[@sergstakh3549]

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[@glmaddox0251]

Just completed this after watching all of your videos ( and a few others) about this job. All is complete and my old Mountaineer is back on the road. Many thanks and many bloody knuckles, liked and subscribed.

[@iamdjnam]

Sweeeet great to hear you got it moving again! Thanks for the support!

[@in3darts]

I have a 2001 Sport Trac I bought new in 2001 and drove it until 2012 when the cassettes broke with the same motor. I loved the truck so much, I parked it so I could eventually restore it. I prepped in late 2019 to do the work in 2020, but then the pandemic arrived and that pretty much destroyed the plans. But I'm ready now. The truck is in great shape. I dropped and cleaned out the fuel tank last year, put in a new fuel pump and it started back up, but the rattle is still there. I'm not a professional mechanic, but I'm competent and tackled difficult jobs like this before and there's lots of great how-to videos on how to pull and do this task. I have friends who run garages and called them this week. They said basically get a new motor and don't go through the hassle, yet another friend who was a mechanic all his life (retired now) said it can be done and to go slow. This video helps and I appreciate the insight. I sat on getting this fixed for too long and also have to replace the cab body mounts which crumbled over the years. I'm sure there's other issues to resolve, but the truck is worth saving. So, I'm hoping to get started soon! I was also quoted around $700 back in 2019, but now they say no. Hmm.

[@iamdjnam]

Do the work yourself. If the engine ran great but rattled, get yourself a nice Melling timing kit, new gaskets, and go for it!

[@briteidea08]

Your videos on the 4.0 SOHC engine are priceless!! Outstanding!!! Keep up the great work!

[@iamdjnam]

Thank you very much!

[@briteidea08]

@@iamdjnam You’re very welcome. Have a small rattle on my 2011 4.0 at start up. But I’m not sure if it’s the chains. Or because I let it sit for a week or two at a time. Eventually I’ll pull or pay someone to do this either way.

[@nofortunatesonII]

If you let it sit that long between start ups maybe it is just the oil pressure bleeding off? Especially since the noise goes away. You could always put a pre-oiler kit on it like drag race engines use to pre-lube the engine before start up.

[@iamdjnam]

@nofortunatesonII I had a pre oiler on mine for years. Just recently took it off. If you use good oil like amsoil you don’t even need one. Regular maintenance will extend the life of this engine.

[@briteidea08]

@@iamdjnam what many people don’t take into consideration is idle hours. I’ve changed the oil prior to the mileage.

[@deadpossum100]

Honestly these videos are great. No fat, all meat.

[@coochmusickelch5353]

Thanks man! First time putting in used engine; watched your other video on that,ran across this one and watched it and boy I’m glad I did! Mine was broke and I wouldn’t have known otherwise!!

[@iamdjnam]

Awesome! Nice job on checking and catching it before it’s too late. So many people put these motors in without realizing it’s broken.

[@BombsAwayMineCraft]

Just finished doing all new timing. Most underrated channel ever

[@iamdjnam]

Thank you!!! That means a lot to me!

[@tuaitituaiti1565]

I concur much thanks from New Zealand 🤙🏼👌🙏

[@Decimusblack88]

@@iamdjnam how bad of a sound was the engine making when the cassette broke, ?

[@iamdjnam]

@@Decimusblack88 It wasn’t making any noise at all because that top bolt was holding on for dear life. After it breaks it will rattle at startup and then over 2200rpms

[@Decimusblack88]

@@iamdjnam @Platinum Garage so I opened the timing chain cover on driver side sure enough the guide broke , it gets even worse i found this metal piece round chrome hallowed out with large large spring inside with a snap ring in middle, I cant figure out what it is can u let me know?

[@jonathanbox3033]

Awesome video ... I admire anyone that can fix a 2001-2004.5 4.0 S.O.H.C. with a factory defect that Ford never owned up to.

[@iamdjnam]

They never did good on it, all these explorers still on the road rattling. Nissan had an issue and everyone got a free engine out of it.

[@jonathanbox3033]

@@iamdjnam Exactly! ... This just goes to show you how dishonest of a company that Ford is. What do you think about them putting out all those Ford Fiestas and Focuses with the defective automatic transmissions before they even started to assemble them and sell them?

[@iamdjnam]

Funny you should say that. My mother got a 2019 explorer. I dread the day I’ll have to make repairs on it. Internal transmission filter that can’t be replaced!! Everything is made so horribly today. The end of the era for SUVs is when they made them with a unibody platform instead of on an actual steel chassis.

[@janevaldez1523]

@@jonathanbox3033 - The story of the Ford 6.0L Powerstroke diesel engine made by Navistar/International Harvester, that succeeded the 7.3, is the stuff of Ford as trash legend. While every poor sucker who bought anything with a 6.0L Powerstorke from 2001-2006 (F250, 350, Excursion..etc) suffered, the Ambulance companies that bought this POS for their fleets really suffered. It is the advertising budget of Ford that is the basis for their appeal. I feel bad for Ford owners, especially those who today are running Fords new 3 cylinder with 5 turbo's (sarcasm)... having said all of that, I'm glad that we have @Platinum Garage to bring the 4.0 SOHC into a usable condition. Thanks

[@ericgessner2618]

@@jonathanbox3033 ya my fucus. Trans needs to b replaced again. I replaced it with a junk yard 1 bu it lasted like 3 or 4 years and in its 2nd car that I had put it in

[@user-px1wj2uv3r]

Great video man! I have a ton of mechanical experience and a pretty well stocked garage, but I’m still dreading this job. This vid makes me feel quite a bit better. Thanks.

[@iamdjnam]

No problem, it's not as hard as it seems. Good luck!

[@GabinoBarrera-bp8uo]

Thank you I'm ging to try this tomorrow or rilly this week ...kind of excited about it

[@neil4855]

Aman brother! Now that's skill for a young person as yourself, I've learned something new. Thanks

[@reno2859]

Any way you can help with replacing the front side chains? There’s 3 😳

[@iamdjnam]

If you look at my full rebuild video, that covers all 4 assuming you have the tool kit. I’m waiting for a donor engine to come in so I can make a video on how to do all without the special tools.

[@tonygilliam2216]

I did mine today on a engine that I bought but haven't installed yet. So glad I subscribed to your channel. Thought I would change it but wouldn't you know it was broken in two pieces just like in the video and I got the two broken pieces of the cassette out with long needle nose pliers.

[@johnpaulgarrett1]

I took notes and will now finish this job and get paid!

[@loganhowington3009]

Hey nick great video i have the same problem on these dumb design 4.0s but i was very enlightened and i can’t believe how calm u were working on these engines great job man🤙🏼 i have 06 exploder and pulled 2 motors now to do the same jobs and u give great instructions. Maybe add some more torque specs lol bc every bolt has some torque specs but keep up the great work mechanic.

[@iamdjnam]

Thanks man! Appreciate the kind words.

[@wesleyalexander8814]

Very nice to work there young man I think you are very talented Ford motor company should’ve stepped up and replaced always at the get go but they didn’t very much appreciated the amount of your knowledge thank you

[@cleophusA]

It looks like this job necessitates the removal of the engine from the car because the transmission bellhousing covers the cassette pivot bolt. Is this correct? Thanks for a great and informative video.

[@iamdjnam]

Yes engine or transmission must be removed.

[@MrCam88]

You the man! Best and straight forward on your video. Saved me from buying a new motor 👏🏼

[@JamesRhodes1941]

I didn't need to do this, but I used this video to locate the timing chain tensioner bolt so thanks.

[@eduardogarcia7228]

1st time viewer and must say that your videos is Great. Also watched how to replace the front chain and cassette which I will be doing tomorrow. Small shop that doesn’t have the special tool to lock cams in place. Thank you and will let you know how it goes.

[@BrianAnthony-o9k]

Bro your saving my 06 explorer lol 190,000 miles just got it for 1200. Clean body and frame. I’m attempting to get as much life out of it as possible. The transmission makes me weary though

[@michaelfidler-bu5rx]

Going through that now

[@timhanson2080]

I have a 4.0 from a Ranger that every shop I talked to would not work on it because they all got plastic in the engine from the timing chain parts and plug up oil passages. Three different shops said they did it once and had a brown engine come back.

[@scottiethomas3038]

This video is helpful I have 3 of those engines now I know how to replace the timing cassettes

[@littlefox6210]

Thank you for this video It’s perfect self explanatory!!!! Amazing!!!!

[@mistergreeen]

are the replacement cassette guides any stronger or are they just identical to the original ford ones?

[@iamdjnam]

Identical

[@mistergreeen]

@@iamdjnam thank you for the response, thinking about buying a Ford ranger or Mazda b4000

[@lovehappiness2992]

Thank you for this video, it will be very helpful. It seems like you're knowledgeable and like you've had some practice at it. This is my first time to time one of these motors, I just hope it goes smoothly.

[@Terry-r1h2t]

I appreciate it im doing one rite now,i just didn't know how to check guides

[@billreynolds3460]

You didn't show if you removed the rest of the broken cassette guide. Did you remove it and if so how? I've seen video where you have to take off upper pan and clean out all the broken pieces.

[@nokaoisurf]

You are Awesome!!!!!! Mahalo for making this video! if you ever make it to Maui, I owe you a beer, a bong rip or a high five or... all of the above

[@iamdjnam]

From what I understand, forgive me if I'm wrong, but the proper response is ʻAʻole pilikia! Thanks so much for commenting, I'll take u up on that offer if I someday find myself on the beautiful beaches of Maui.

[@christopherconrad8685]

Watching this in 2024, do you know of any rear guide that is metal reinforced? Seems the plastic arm is the lart that breaks. If not, what are your views on Melling guides?

[@CtRacerX]

Do you have a video for the left timing chain cassette guide WITHOUT removal of the camshaft and/ or cylinder head

[@iamdjnam]

Yes look on my channel

[@vinny6875]

With camshafts clamped can i remove the head to do head gaskets?

[@iamdjnam]

No

[@edwardmoore5155]

So it’s the transmission bell housing that covers the lower bolt when still installed?

[@iamdjnam]

Yes

[@tenbrinr]

Can this be done in the Truck? Not sure there is enough room to pull the cassette out. 2007 ford explorer sport track

[@iamdjnam]

Engine or trans needs to be removed

[@tenbrinr]

Yeah transmission is out

[@tenbrinr]

Engine still in the truck

[@iamdjnam]

Then you can do it

[@josephmaldonadojr4692]

Have you ever heard of the 4.0 having oil only on the exhaust manifold studs like I just did the valve covers and cleaned up the engine for the most part but some of the studs definitely look wet

[@iamdjnam]

Nah maybe residual. Pressure wash the engine.

[@josephmaldonadojr4692]

@@iamdjnam sorry for spamming the videos just real concerned... it almost looks as off its coming from them, I did spray degreaser kinda everywhere and hosed it off probably not that clean but it's just oddly clean around them and then they are wet

[@iamdjnam]

@@josephmaldonadojr4692 oil is not coming from the manifolds.

[@josephmaldonadojr4692]

@@iamdjnam yea that's where I'm stumped all I can think is if the heads somehow cracked where the studs go in but any way I'll keep looking hopefully I find something

[@josephmaldonadojr4692]

Thanks though and I love the videos by the way!

[@miguelchacho6381]

Hey tky for ur information but I have a question when that chain do was working on jump off a tooth bent valve ?

[@iamdjnam]

On this engine it did not jump a tooth so I was able to replace just the guide. If yours did, you need to remove the head.

[@ivandlz]

Excellent video!!!! Can you answer the following? 1 . Time (hours) to remove engine outside? and 2. Time (hours) to install engine back in place? Thank you very much.

[@resbaleitor285]

Hello. There is any rear chain cassette upgraded or more “strong” to avoid this failure? I do not know any brands to choose the best. I am in progress to fix my 4.0 v6 and i would like to install a good spare part insted a chinese quality, you know.

[@iamdjnam]

No upgraded parts unfortunately

[@Attohertz]

noise from this particular guide area, suspected jumped timing but still runs, albiet rough after warm up. What is likely hood of valve damage

[@jamesrichardson559]

I would like to see the removed tensioner compared to the new one to determine if any pieces broke off and remain in the engine.

[@mikerose2803]

Me2

[@raymundosancho1833]

Hi i have a 2005 ford explorer and the right side poblem is camshaft not turning can be the tensioner or i need to do the same work u did?

[@iamdjnam]

Hmm. Seems as if the main jackshaft chain is no good or the rear chain is broken. Only possibilities of the cam not rotating. I’d be concerned about the valves at this point.

[@KevinMinix]

I got a 2004 Ford explorer XLT my rear chane is lose do you have to pull the engine

[@richardpetroche2569]

Congratulations man!!! You are a Genius!!

[@iamdjnam]

Thank you thank you!

[@AlvaradoDamian]

Can i replace the rear timing chain guide without removing the transmission? 05 explorer 4.0

[@iamdjnam]

Either engine or transmission must be removed.

[@tylerhacker1219]

What is the rear center sprocket with the cover get torqued to replace the chain and can’t find the torque spec for that one

[@iamdjnam]

15ft lbs plus 90 degrees

[@MwM-vq8mm]

Great video! I missed information, how was the broken part of the cassette guide removed from the bottom of the engine? Thx

[@iamdjnam]

Because it was mainly intact, there were no broken pieces in the bottom of the engine. If your piece is nonexistent, remove the lower sheet metal oil pan.

[@tonygilliam2216]

Does that oil pan have a gasket or rtv sealant

[@iamdjnam]

Gasket but I’ve used RTV plenty of times when I didn’t feel like buying one lol

[@larrywatts4225]

What is the timing chain fixed too down in the block ?

[@iamdjnam]

Jackshaft rear sprocket

[@larrywatts4225]

@@iamdjnam can you remove the Jack shaft rear sprocket without damaging or misaligning other timing components ?

[@iamdjnam]

@@larrywatts4225 no

[@stephenreaume919]

Great video! You make it look easy. Question. Can I pull/ replace the pivot bolt and torque to spec w/out having do anything else? Or does removing that pivot bolt and retorquing misalign/ unadjust the other bolts or aspects of the timing chain cassette?

[@iamdjnam]

All you gotta do is remove that bolt and reinstall. Nothing to align.

[@anthonygiachinta3056]

Can that be done on the passenger side with the engine in the car ? Thanks

[@iamdjnam]

No.

[@anthonygiachinta3056]

How about take tranny out instead of engine ? Which would be easier ? Car only has 70, 000 miles Bought it new .

[@iamdjnam]

@@anthonygiachinta3056 engine is easier imo

[@anthonygiachinta3056]

Thank you ! The whole thing happened when the plastic thermostat house split open and the head gasket blew . Thought I was out of the woods now this . I am 66 years old have four antique cars … let me tell you ford really sucks with their engineering and cheap nylon parts and plastic . These shit boxes will never make it to a car show 60 years from now … my father said glad I am checking out and not checking in . Finally know what he meant . Thank you young man 🇺🇸

[@depthsounderdave]

Is this still an issue on 2008 models? I’ve seen some references to the materials changing through the years.

[@iamdjnam]

Same issue nothing changed

[@russellhickman2453]

A friend replaced all timing chains and reinstalled engine but thinks back chain is off a couple of teeth. Is there any way to adjust it without pulling the engine out again?

[@iamdjnam]

Yeah just loosen the cam bolt and make sure everything is lined up. The sprocket is friction fit.

[@devanwardlow4379]

Index marking the cam gear to the cam and the chain to the cam gear helps too, that way you can make sure it goes back exactly the way it was b4 breaking bolts loose. O and ive done extensive research on timing drive kits for the 4.0 mostly cuz i was looking for a performance kit or a kit thas better then the ford one. Out of all my extensive research i have not found 1 afternarket kit that can even come close to matching the quality of the Ford kit which is far superior in quality and design. I know your saying they look the same but theyre not.

[@iamdjnam]

I know all about the chemical compounds in nylon timing cassettes. Yes the Ford is superior. No, people don’t wanna drop 500+ on a oem kit for a 20yo vehicle. The Melling is the second best kit, followed by preferred components. You can read and read and read but the best research is done by experiencing it first hand. I’ve tried every guide on the market.

[@mikemaj8467]

Actually there's quite a bit of documentation online about aftermarket tensioners failing. I can send links if interested. Some of the aftermarket components have thinner rib structure which will deflect more failing sooner. I am on a budget as well but, IMO this job is too labor intensive to take chances with aftermarket parts and too risky to to not change other related timing components at the same time. Even if it buys someone time until they sell the car after repairing, it becomes someone else's problem 5000 miles later.

[@iamdjnam]

@@mikemaj8467 If you look closely, you’ll see that Melling parts are actually manufactured by Borg Warner. The transfer cases on the explorers are Borg Warner. The chains say made in Italy which is as good as you can get. Definitely worth getting the melling kit.

[@moshichiu9793]

No plastic guid without metal frame can last long! I just found out that the ford guid broke after 40K KM when I was replacing valve stem seal, but I thing it still can do it’s job for a long time before it is completely gone and then the rattle will be heard. I will seal the top of the guid with JB weld to prevent it drop down from the upper bolt. What a fatal design!

[@iamdjnam]

Yes! Like my other video!

[@ELO1978KING]

Do u have to remove the motor to replace the timing chain cassette on v6 4.0 mustang

[@iamdjnam]

Yes to access the rear cassette the engine or transmission must be removed

[@moorefab8192]

Great video. The cam sprocket bolts are torque to yield. They say your not supposed to reuse them. Have you ever had an issue? Also where did you get the torque spec because all I’ve heard is a number + 90 degrees. Never just a straight torque. Thanks

[@iamdjnam]

Cam sprocket bolts are not TTY. 63ft lbs.

[@moorefab8192]

@@iamdjnam perfect thanks. That was a quick reply. 👍

[@jarretthenson]

Can this be done without removing the engine in a 06 ford mustang

[@iamdjnam]

Read pinned comment.

[@davepelfrey3958]

Is it possible to change the rear cassette without taking the engine out?

[@iamdjnam]

Engine or transmission must be removed.

[@davepelfrey3958]

@@iamdjnam J really appreciate and thank you for the quick reply.

[@tigermaneater9880]

What size o-ring or kit did you use for the positioning bolt? I can't seem to find one that will fit properly

[@iamdjnam]

Gunk O-Rink kit #R-291

[@ericgessner2618]

Can this b done with the motor in and just pull the trans out

[@iamdjnam]

Yes

[@ericgessner2618]

@@iamdjnam cool I justed replaced the the fuel pressures sensor on the fuel rail and did the valve cover gaskets. It had a the rattle sound lol and found it's broken. My freind has been driving that way for 2 years now it only has 136000 on a 04 explorer

[@ericgessner2618]

I'll be doing this Friday thanks for the good video

[@jornellas6060]

Platinum Garage awesome video. I will doing this job with the engine in the truck. Vehicle is a 4.0 03 ranger 4x4. It has a body lift so I have some extra room to work. Also have to do the rear main seal. Had the engine rebuilt in Dallas,TX for a little over 3k. Guys that did the rebuild used tensioners with shit springs. Replaced rear one and torqued it correctly to 49 ft lbs. but still have noise. Rear main also incorrectly installed. So going to pull the valve cover and trans this weekend and take a look. Any advice you can offer would be welcome

[@iamdjnam]

@@jornellas6060 definitely replace the rear main seal using a Ford OEM one with the wear sleeve. Check out my “rear main install” video on my channel

[@TheDaveCarChannel]

What about whats left of the broken guide? Down in the lower part???

[@iamdjnam]

As you can see…..the guide in this video was broken in one piece. Not all chopped up. There was nothing in the lower part.

[@AerialDomeVideography]

Well done man! Definitely helpful for those without the right tools, I’ll link you to my engine build I’m starting that vlog in the spring

[@iamdjnam]

Word up!

[@alanw5879]

Do you have a way to check the oil pan for broken guide pieces? I know alot of the larger ford engines just destroy the guides and they end up in the oil pick up. I know that one came out mostly in one piece, these trucks are just such a pain.

[@iamdjnam]

Yeah I usually drop the sheet metal oil pan and clear out the debris.

[@aprilm43]

Does the small end of the slot on the cam shaft go up or down?

[@iamdjnam]

Down

[@michaelbrown221]

Hey , ok everything went smoothly except the vice grips came lose and the cam shaft spun so I turned it back maybe one turn but it seemed like it spun a couple times it happen really quick but I have all timing marks lined up and almost done with putting the engine in. Will it be ok and start?

[@bammfiveo]

Can you do that with the motor inside the engine bay?

[@iamdjnam]

No.

[@adalbertozelayala5702]

Hi I saw the video very nice. But I have a question. Same motor same problem. But my chain I believe jump off a time the car is not running so my question is my motor vent valve ? Plz let me know

[@iamdjnam]

Yes, you bent a valve. The heads need to come off.

[@littlechris682]

All 3 of my cassetes are broken , should i replace all the chains as well?

[@iamdjnam]

Sure

[@iamdjnam]

@Ed hell nah cassette for life

[@fordnut4914]

Do you have to nessarily replace the jackshaft bolts or can you just re use them. ?

[@iamdjnam]

Front u can reuse. Back, never.

[@Inordinatio_]

What can I do if my cam is not parallel when I change the timing belt from the back and now I just needed to do the front can I still do something or I messed up ? I been going slowly and cautious I’m just stuck in this moment

[@billreynolds3460]

Ok sorry I've read some of the previous comments about the broken pieces being removed by removing the bottom steel oil pan which is fairly simple. But shouldn't the upper pan(not sure thats what its called) also ?

[@iamdjnam]

You don’t have to remove the upper. 9/10 times it all ends up in the sheet metal lower. And even if there is one little piece left it won’t make a difference. As you can see in this video, the cassette was still intact but disconnected at the pivot. There was no need to pull the pan. If you remove the valve cover and see the guide is totally gone, pull the pan.

[@mattjones5772]

Great videos. Just wondering if you have had any experience with the Discovery 3s amd the same engine. I dont want to take the engine out to get to the rear cassette, do you know if I can pull the trans back a few inches similiar to the explorers so that I can access the bottom bolt?

[@iamdjnam]

Yes you can slide the trans back to access the bolt.

[@mattjones5772]

Thanks mate. I'm also looking at importing a crate motor to Aus, do you know any reputable reconditioners with international export ability?

[@khaloq2016]

my car has the same problem, but i want ask you: the engine oil is getting black color 3500 km do you think its the rezone of the same problem? please advise me because the x owner was put a deferent oil in the engine it wasn't 5w-30 it was a deferent thing.

[@iamdjnam]

Only use 5w30. Anything else can cause issues long term. Change every 5000 miles.

[@khaloq2016]

@@iamdjnam thank you so much

[@jasoncox5674]

Any advice for flywheel removal?

[@iamdjnam]

Removal, I just hit it with an impact. Doesn’t spin the engine.

[@qrevere5546]

ok... so what if the front chain broke because the engine fell off the stand and you were dumb and spun the balancer anyway? what if you tried to compensate for turning that balancer by turning the cam by itself? Am I proper fuqed? Can I use the tools and set everything right?

[@iamdjnam]

Do a leak down test. If it fell off the stand I’d be concerned about the condition of the aluminum head at that point.

[@paintingwithextremeaffect7821]

Can it be done with engine in the vehicle?

[@marqueseblade6523]

THANKS YO.. Walk threw was perfect for a mechanically inclined beginner. Any advice on getting all the broken pieces out??? Mine broke up pretty bad.

[@iamdjnam]

Fish out what you can then drop the oil pan and clean it out real good. Gasket is like $12 and totally worth clearing the pickup tube.

[@marqueseblade6523]

@@iamdjnam what would u say is easier.... Pulling the engine or tranny to get to that bottom pivot pin. Ive gotten all the way to where u clamp the rocker arm and are about to take the cogg off

[@iamdjnam]

@@marqueseblade6523 undo both driveshafts, cooler lines, torque converter, tail mount and slide the trans back 2-3 inches. Just enough to get to that bolt. You don’t have to drop it all the way

[@marqueseblade6523]

@@iamdjnam thanks bro.... Imma give it a shot lol.. U deff gotta new sub

[@iamdjnam]

Appreciate you. Good luck. Any questions reach out.

[@chasermalloy7406]

Hi, I see there are conflicting reports over the internet on whether the 4lt V6 is an interference engine or not. Also seems there are two types. Mine is a 2005. Interference or not ? thanks.

[@iamdjnam]

Every 4.0 SOHC ever made is an interference engine. If you click on my channel and go to community, you will see the picture I have up of all the valves bent.

[@chasermalloy7406]

@@iamdjnam Ok - thanks for reply. Seems you can't rely on some of these sites that supposedly identify engines to be one or the other. Several identify the 4 lt V6 as non interference. Thanks again cheers

[@sef2273]

@@iamdjnam I don’t see the picture of the vent valves

[@alexbenson6634]

I've seen the rear guides done in vehicle with the trans pulled back. My question is have you done this? And can it be done in a 4x4 model with the transfer case there? Great videos!

[@iamdjnam]

Yes it can be done but it’s such a pain

[@juanbreton3992]

How much dose a repair like this cost ? Im trying to do ir soon

[@iamdjnam]

Over $2000 if you bring it to a shop

[@justinirwin7881]

And this issue will cause misfire on cylinder 1,2and 3 correct?

[@iamdjnam]

No. It won’t. The cam out of time slightly would. I’ve seen it.

[@justinirwin7881]

@@iamdjnam I have a sudden miss on 1,2,3 and idles like crap but goes down the road ok Changed coil pack, same issue. Upper engine rattling to that wasn't there before

[@justinirwin7881]

@@iamdjnam also wouldn't a bunch of slack in the chain cause it to come out of time a little?

[@iamdjnam]

@@justinirwin7881 yes, but at that point the guide would be completely missing and you would require complete re-timing of the engine. This procedure is for people who’s engine is not that far gone.

[@Scandaleux1973]

Just had the timing chain replaced 18000 miles ago and now I have the same issue. Would l be better suited to find a different vehicle or drop another 3000 into a new chain and risk it going again in another year and a half???

[@iamdjnam]

A brand new Ford guide part number 6M290-AA will last 300k. Whatever guide was installed is either aftermarket or was installed incorrectly. 3 grand for a new chain is robbery. I can rebuild an entire engine for 1500

[@Scandaleux1973]

@@iamdjnam dammit. I was charged 22 hour labor x $80 $643 for the timing chain kit plus extras....

[@iamdjnam]

Yup. Not sure how he sleeps at night. You were robbed without a mask. A Ford timing kit is only $400.

[@Scandaleux1973]

@@iamdjnam definitely was a kit from Napa. I called so many other places and they wouldn't touch it. The Ford Dealership was like we will put a used engine in for 5k. Now l either start the revoking process or cut my loses. Are you in the midwest??? Haha l need someone like you to do this.

[@iamdjnam]

I’m in NJ. Here’s your best bet. Buy a used low mileage motor. WITH A WARRANTY. sorry for yelling. Pop open the valve cover and make sure everything is tight. Facebook and Craigslist are great places to find cheap engines. Then price out every mechanic for a remove and replace.

[@josees1977]

Same procedure for a 4.0 mustang engine?

[@iamdjnam]

Yes

[@tonygilliam2216]

I did tighten the cam bolt without a foot lb ratchet. Just put a pretty good nice n tight snug on it. Should be good 63-70 ft lbs if I had to guess

[@iamdjnam]

Tight is tight

[@waleedaeshaea9323]

I’m having a problem with my jackshaft chain tensioner. For some reason the chain keeps slapping the tensioner back causing a loud rattle. I got the tensioner from ford 3 times and the same thing keeps happening the chain rattles and it only rattles at low rpm. Any idea what could be causing this? (Replaced both sprockets and chain)

[@iamdjnam]

Check your oil pressure.

[@waleedaeshaea9323]

@@iamdjnam but the jackshaft tensioner is mechanical.

[@waleedaeshaea9323]

And my spark is advanced by 10 degrees. It’s reading at 20 degrees normally it’s supposed at 10 degrees I’m wondering if my timing is off by a tooth.

[@iamdjnam]

Yeah see if the one of the cams is out of time or a chain has too much slack, reverb in the difference will cause your tensioner to act erratic. Set the engine to TDC and check cam positions.

[@coly0226]

You made it look pretty easy

[@christoferburgos9889]

Does the transmission have to come off the engine

[@iamdjnam]

Yes.

[@christoferburgos9889]

Thank you

[@michaelbell294]

is a 1998 motor the same as the one your working on, i see gen 1, gen2 mentioned mine is awd with 172000 ks thanks in advance, cheers Mick

[@iamdjnam]

This process will work for your engine no problem.

[@darinsharpley6668]

Great series. Good tips. Thanks so much!

[@iamdjnam]

You’re welcome. Glad I could help.

[@danielboyd9507]

So what about any broken small pieces that may have fallen in lower end of motor. I suggest pulling oil pan to check.

[@iamdjnam]

Yes! I drop the pan and clean out the oil pickup tube. The $12 gasket is definitely worth the piece of mind. Thanks for commenting!

[@desertrat1357]

I am seriously thinking about trying to change the rear chain guides on our 05 Mercury mountaineer. I am mechanically inclined but have zero training in mechanics. How much knowledge is required to do this job? What kind of training do you have? Sorry for the questions, I am just trying to get a feel for if I could do this or not.

[@iamdjnam]

I’ve been working on engines since 2016. Mainly Ford engines. This repair is possible if you take your time and follow my lead exactly. Don’t rush. This is an interference engine so any mistakes can cause valve damage.

[@desertrat1357]

@@iamdjnam I haven't had a chance yet to go through and watch all the videos you have on the subject, but I was wondering how much if any parts you had to take off of the camshaft? Also we tried to change the rear timing chain tensioner and now it sprays oil everywhere. I may have over tightened it. How hard would it be to replace the passenger side engine head?

[@iamdjnam]

@@desertrat1357 It’s either undertorqued or the mating surface got damaged. It’s involved to take the head off. Removal of the head requires complete re-timing of the entire motor. The only thing that needs to come off the cam to replace the cassette is the sprocket.

[@desertrat1357]

@@iamdjnam okay. Good to know. Thanks for the information.

[@robc7323]

@@desertrat1357 There are metal washers that need to be replaced when changing the tensioners... sometimes they are sold separately... otherwise you get an oil leak.

[@shark70007000]

This is assuming you don't have damage, like bent valves. The one I'm working on has both front and rear broken. Front chain broke a hole through the valve cover. And this engine has markings on the cam that looks like this was done at least twice already. Two scaped spots where they used the vise grip on it.

[@daltonstewart2042]

Is it possible to do this without pulling the motor?

[@iamdjnam]

No. Engine or transmission must be removed.

[@sef2273]

I did a front cassette repair job and the new repair didn’t last long. I was able to drive the truck for a good 8 years but it was constantly rattling and finally died. The front cassette blew up and rammed thru the top of the valve cover partially .

[@DanaCrosby]

Wish I had check before putting used engine in . Found issue when changing valve cover gaskets Thanks !!!

[@amrmad6446]

Do you have to pull the motor out to do that rear guide? Or you can do it on the car?

[@iamdjnam]

Pull motor or drop trans

[@garywright6436]

Do you know if your part listed in the description will fit a 94 ranger 4.0. It only says 97+ on the description. Thanks will this kit work for a 94 4.0 ? RADHLBNIU Timing Chain Kit Compatible with 1997-2010 Ford Explorer 2005-2010 Mustang 2001-2010 Ranger 2001-2010 Mazda B4000 1998-2010 Mercury Mountaineer V6 4.0L Replaces# TK428 KT4038S TS20395

[@iamdjnam]

They won’t. It’s for 97+. Your 94 uses an OHV engine, not a SOHC.

[@boatingcharlie1]

Wow that is crazy you have to pull the engine to install timing chains on this motor. I was considering buying a Ford truck with this engine but I'm going to pass now. How long would the engine run with the rear cassette broken like that? And what happened to the piece of cassette that was in the bottom I didn't see you fish that out. Did it go into the oil pan?

[@iamdjnam]

The engine can run anywhere from a month to a few years. It really is all about luck. The broken pieces end up in the oil pan. Occasionally they will get stuck in the pickup tube and starve the engine of oil.

[@Scrapy-ih7ob]

Well, I am about to do a timing chain full replacement. they have been rattling for while I had some issues few weeks back, so its time, your videos are great help. well, I am buying the tool, cause my mechanic doesn't have it, so I can sale to him when I am done. This 4.0 set up is real shit show of design, but what can you do but fix it. should be fun.

[@justkiknit]

are there no timing marks on the chain? how do you know you have the chain where it needs to be on the gear?

[@iamdjnam]

No marks. Everything is done up top with the tools. Engine at TDC.

[@justkiknit]

@@iamdjnam so I reckon if you don't have the chain in the correct place on the gear then when you tighten in the tensioner it will cause the cam to spin making it not inline with the head. OK

[@iamdjnam]

Leave the cam bolt loose, install your tensioner, then tighten your cam bolt.

[@ivorferrance3741]

very precise video but I needed to see the procedure to remove and install the rear timing chain and the sprocket that it connected to.

[@iamdjnam]

That can be found on 2 different videos on my channel.