R50/R53 :: Hatch Talk (2002-2006) Cooper (R50) and Cooper S (R53) hatchback discussion.

R50/53 timing chain change??

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Old Nov 20, 2013 | 09:48 AM
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timing chain change??

has anyone changed their timing chain? Is there a recommended interval or has anyone had problems with it? Is it something we should change?
 
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Old Nov 20, 2013 | 09:51 AM
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On a gen1 it is good for the "life" of the motor in 99% of the cases....
if a motor is run low on oil, run with dirty oil, etc, excess wear could happen...but usually has not been an issue on gen1 cars.
 
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