[kchampagne]

Hey all, I am working on my "spare" 305 and putting together a list of parts I need, including the timing chain. The chain is extremely loose. The engine was rebuilt and has approx. 15,000 miles since. Anyone know what causes the chain to loosen on low mileage? Maybe the chain wasn't replaced during rebuild. Also, the camshaft sprocket moves (slides on camshaft about 1/8") Based on my maintenance manual, there isn't a spacer or thrust plate behind the sprocket (boneheads probably left them out). Does anyone have a picture of the thrust plate and camshaft sprocket spacer? Not sure if I can fabricate one up. Better yet, anyone have spares laying around I could buy? I would bet they do sell these anymore.

Thanks much!