Highest Mileage on Original Timing Chain/Components?

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Cory
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Highest Mileage on Original Timing Chain/Components?

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Just wondering. Mine (Mike's really) is up to 167,000 and runs ridiculously well.
Thanks.
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ilikemybike
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Post by ilikemybike »

I'm at about 320k and as far as I know, all is original.
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ilikemybike
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Post by ilikemybike »

Ooops! Mine isn't an M5.
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mooseheadm5
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Post by mooseheadm5 »

I've seen over 225k. At least replace the tensioner.
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L_N_Love
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Post by L_N_Love »

At 167K it would probably be prudent to refresh those components just for peace of mind.
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M5ZEALOT
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Post by M5ZEALOT »

I got 234,458 miles on mine before tear down and rebuild. Probably would have gone more miles. Just made a little noise at start up if I was parked on an incline..nose up.

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cfalco
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Post by cfalco »

193,750 miles. Not the highest mileage but original and my mechanic says they're in good shape. I even thought about getting a second opinion but realized that's a bit anal - even for a pilot.
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Devinder
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Post by Devinder »

290k
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