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MJS · Apr 22nd, 2008, 05:50 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by brgc00perboy (original)

I think that the timing chain may be stretching over time and this coupled with the tensioner not working correctly is causing the noise. There have been many cases of Nissan engine timing chains stretching to the point where the cam haft sensor throws a wobbly.

If the chain had stretched would this not mean you would hear the noise at least every cold start?

We are only talking 6-12 month old cars and nothing with excessive mileage.

How old were those Nissans?

Apr 22nd, 2008, 05:50 PM	#937
MJS MINI2 Senior Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Lancashire Local Time: 04:17 PM Posts: 365 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by brgc00perboy (original) I think that the timing chain may be stretching over time and this coupled with the tensioner not working correctly is causing the noise. There have been many cases of Nissan engine timing chains stretching to the point where the cam haft sensor throws a wobbly. If the chain had stretched would this not mean you would hear the noise at least every cold start? We are only talking 6-12 month old cars and nothing with excessive mileage. How old were those Nissans?