Dayco is expanding its timing chain kit line with 41 part numbers to cover another 49 million VIO (vehicles in operation). Three of the new part numbers are already available, and the remaining 38 are scheduled for Q1 or Q1 2025.
Dayco's aftermarket team launched the line in 2022 due to the car park shift from timing belts to timing chains at the OE level. The kits, which feature OE-quality components for a thorough and complete repair, build on Dayco's mission of recommending system replacement as a best practice. The kits include:
- Better timing and secondary chains prevent stretch for the life of the kit—and address a big replacement issue
- Precision-machined cam and crank sprockets for quiet, noise-free performance
- Direct-fit OE-quality, high-grade plastic guides, as well as VVT solenoids and cam phasers when the application calls for it
- Packaging that features a QR code that links directly to detailed installation instructions
"We entered the timing chain kit market to meet the needs of our customers," said Tom Tecklenburg, vice president of aftermarket at Dayco North America. "The line continues to grow with sales increasing year over year and we are supporting our high-quality product line with important investments in warranty and training material. We encourage our customers as well as shop owners to reach out to our tech team to schedule virtual training and to learn more about this line if they aren't already stocking it."
All Dayco timing chain kits are backed by the company's two-year or 60,000-mile parts and labor warranty.
