A-Premium 13PCS Engine Timing Chain Kit Compatible with Dodge Ram 50, Challenger, 400, 600, Aries, Caravan, Colt & Chrysler Town & Country &Mazda B2600 & Mitsubishi Mighty Max & Plymouth - 2.6L

The 1983 Dodge K-Cars, such as the Dodge Aries or Plymouth Reliant, often used a 2.6L engine (supplied by Mitsubishi) that is known for having plastic-coated timing chain guides and a notoriously complex, failure-prone timing system. [1, 2, 3, 4]Here are the key details regarding this specific issue:The Problem: The plastic guide rails for the timing chain become brittle with age and heat. This leads to cracking and breaking, which can cause the chain to lose tension, rattle, and eventually skip teeth, causing major engine damage. [1, 2]