Brand: C.OEFT
OE numbers: ASBG-FTYQX3.2T-12(183513)
Product Name: Timing Chain Kit
Compatible model:
Product status: New
Number of teeth on the product:
Product weight: 4.396kg
Packaging size: 40X40X10 cm
Product packaging: Neutral Packaging
Car Series: American
Car Type: for Ford Ranger 3.2T
As the "transmission backbone" of the Ford Ranger 3.2T’s engine timing system, the kit’s components work in tandem to maintain mechanical timing accuracy—essential for diesel engines’ efficient power output:
·Timing Chains & Sprockets: Connect the crankshaft to the camshafts, strictly maintaining a 1:2 rotation ratio (a fundamental requirement for four-stroke diesel engines). They ensure the intake/exhaust valves open and close at the exact moment corresponding to piston movements (intake → compression → power → exhaust strokes), preventing "timing misalignment"—a catastrophic failure that can cause valve-piston collision, leading to bent valves, damaged piston tops, or even engine block cracking (costly to repair in diesel engines).
·Hydraulic Tensioners: Real-time compensation for chain stretch caused by diesel engine’s high torque and heat. The dual-chamber design provides rapid tension adjustment (response time <0.2 seconds) during sudden load changes (e.g., the Ranger accelerating with a full cargo bed), avoiding "chain skip" (which disrupts timing, leading to misfires, reduced towing power, and increased fuel consumption).
2. Adapting to Ranger 3.2T’s Heavy-Duty & Off-Road Scenarios
·High-Torque Resistance for Towing/Hauling: The reinforced chain and sprockets withstand the 3.2T engine’s 470 N·m peak torque during heavy towing (e.g., pulling a boat or trailer), maintaining timing accuracy within ±0.3° of crankshaft rotation. This avoids power loss (up to 20% with worn timing components) that could compromise the Ranger’s towing capacity.
·Durability for Off-Road Use: The oil-resistant guides and aluminum alloy tensioners resist damage from dust, mud, and temperature fluctuations common in off-road environments. Even when the Ranger operates in extreme conditions (e.g., dusty trails or cold mountainous areas), the timing system remains stable, preventing unexpected breakdowns.
3. Optimizing Diesel Engine Efficiency & Emissions
·Fuel Efficiency Improvement: By maintaining precise timing, the kit reduces incomplete combustion caused by valve timing errors. Tests show a 2%-3% improvement in highway fuel economy for the Ranger 3.2T (from 8.5 L/100km to 8.3 L/100km)—a meaningful saving for owners with high annual mileage (e.g., 30,000 km/year saves ~60 L of diesel annually).
·Emission Compliance: Precise timing ensures the 3.2T diesel engine meets Euro 5/Euro 6 emission standards by optimizing exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and fuel injection timing. This avoids excessive emissions that could trigger the engine’s fault code system and lead to inspection failures.
·Engine-Specific Calibration for Diesel Power Trains: Strictly developed based on the structural parameters of the Ford Ranger 3.2T’s 3.2L Duratorq TDCi inline-five turbocharged diesel engine (maximum torque 470 N·m). Key specifications such as the timing chain’s link count (136 links, standard for this engine), sprocket tooth profile (involute design for diesel high-torque transmission), and tensioner oil pressure range (8-12 psi) are 100% matched to Ford’s OEM standards. This eliminates issues like "chain-sprocket mismeshing" or "tensioner underperformance" common in universal diesel kits, which could lead to timing failure under heavy loads.
·12PCS/SET Comprehensive Coverage: The kit includes all critical components required for a full timing system overhaul of the Ranger 3.2T: 2 primary timing chains (for crankshaft-camshaft transmission), 3 camshaft sprockets (matching the inline-five engine’s multi-cam layout), 2 hydraulic tensioners (dual-chamber design for diesel’s uneven load), 4 heat-resistant guides (upper/lower for intake/exhaust sides), and 1 crankshaft sprocket. This avoids the need to source scattered parts separately, ensuring system-wide compatibility and reducing procurement time by 40% for repair shops.
·Plug-and-Play for Ranger’s Heavy-Duty Scenarios: Optimized for the Ford Ranger 3.2T’s typical usage—such as off-road driving, heavy towing (up to 3,500 kg for 4x4 variants), and long-distance cargo transport. No modifications to the engine block or timing cover are required, and installation aligns with Ford’s factory service procedures, allowing professional technicians to complete the overhaul in 3-4 hours (30% faster than non-specialized kits).
2. Reinforced Materials for Diesel Engine’s High-Torque & High-Temperature Demands
·High-Strength Alloy Steel Timing Chains: Crafted from chrome-molybdenum alloy steel (42CrMo4)—a material tailored for diesel engines’ high-torque needs—with a 5-step manufacturing process: forging → precision rolling → carburizing quenching (surface hardness HRC 60-63) → nitriding (wear resistance +25%) → shot peening (fatigue life +40%). Tensile strength reaches 1,600 MPa, enough to withstand the 3.2T engine’s peak torque of 470 N·m without stretching or tooth deformation (a common failure point in low-grade kits during heavy towing).
·Diesel-Specific Dual-Chamber Hydraulic Tensioners: Equipped with tensioners optimized for diesel engines’ low-speed, high-load characteristics. The dual-chamber design (primary for base tension, secondary for load compensation) maintains stable tension even when the engine operates at low speeds (1,000-2,000 rpm) under heavy loads (e.g., towing a trailer uphill). The tensioner housing is made of heat-resistant A380 aluminum alloy (instead of plastic), tolerating engine compartment temperatures up to 230℃ (common in the Ranger 3.2T during prolonged high-load operation) and avoiding oil leakage caused by plastic aging.
·Heat-Resistant & Oil-Resistant Guides: The guides adopt PA66+GF45 engineering plastic (45% glass fiber reinforcement) with a 0.1mm thick PTFE coating. This combination reduces friction with the chain by 35% (compared to OEM plastic guides) and resists thermal aging at 220℃—critical for preventing guide cracking in diesel engines, which generate more heat than gasoline engines. Additionally, the guides’ oil-resistant coating prev