timing chain and distributor

[7echo]

I am going to order the parts and replace the timing chain and distributor.

In another thread it was recommended to use a Cloyes 3202S or equivalent. There was a comment to use the single chain rather than a double. What is the advantage of one over the other?

For the distributor I see them from about $65 for a new Cardone up to $235 for a rebuilt AC Delco. What do you guys recommend for a distributor?

 

[454cid]

I don't think the traditional double will fit... the 454 has the same issue. I think it's because of the reluctor and crank position sensor.

 

[Supercharged111]

Yup. Cloyes makes a nice single roller that works though, put one in my 1500. Don't **** with Cardone garbage unless you want your car to be done.

 

[PlayingWithTBI]

Yup. Cloyes makes a nice single roller that works though, put one in my 1500. Don't **** with Cardone garbage unless you want your car to be done.

X2

I've had good luck with Spectra Premium Distributors

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sgt-gm04/applications/make/chevrolet/engine-size/5-0l-305

 

[upper_tanker]

I bought CC double roller when I was doing my engine. The CC guy INSISTED I buy it. It wasn't even close to fitting for the reasons stated above. I ended up going with Cloyes and haven't looked back.

 

[big_mike]

Here is the distributor I bought. And as stated you gotta run a single roller chain on these L31 motors. My **** is still apart so no personal experience yet with this distributor but other reviews were good and having physically checked it out, seems to be good quality for the price. What I liked was the aluminum body and melonized gear at that price point.

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