Racing Timing Gears, Chains, Covers & Components
- CFR Performance®Timing Chain Cover Set (HZ-8267-PBK-KIT)Timing Chain Cover Set (HZ-8267-PBK-KIT) by CFR Performance®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed...Expertly Crafted from the highest grade materialsBuilt to provide the ultimate in reliability and strength$59.94
- CFR Performance®Timing Chain Cover with Timing Tab (HZ-9392-C-KIT)Timing Chain Cover with Timing Tab (HZ-9392-C-KIT) by CFR Performance®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability....Expertly Crafted from the highest grade materialsBuilt to provide the ultimate in reliability and strength$23.55
- COMP Cams®Cam Gear Bolt (6100LHB)Cam Gear Bolt (6100LHB) by COMP Cams®. This high-grade product was designed with craftsmanship and key attention to detail and manufactured using leading-edge innovations by experienced and knowledgeable engineering staff. It ensures...Developed to provide steady performance and reliabilityMade using up-to-date equipment and new technologies$21.95
- COMP Cams®Camshaft Retainer Washer (6100RW)Camshaft Retainer Washer (6100RW) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed to provide a...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$41.95
- COMP Cams®Hi-Tech™ Replacement Oil Seal (6502LS-1)Hi-Tech™ Lower Replacement Oil Seal (6502LS-1) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability....High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$92.95
- COMP Cams®Hi-Tech™ Replacement Oil Seal (6500US-1)Hi-Tech™ Upper Replacement Oil Seal (6500US-1) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability....High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$64.95
- COMP Cams®Hi-Tech™ Replacement Oil Seal (6500LS-1)Hi-Tech™ Lower Replacement Oil Seal (6500LS-1) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability....High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$70.95
- COMP Cams®Hi-Tech™ Roller Race Keyway Adjustable Engine Timing Set (3116)Hi-Tech™ Roller Race Keyway Adjustable Engine Timing Set (3116) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$204.95
- COMP Cams®Hi-Tech™ Roller Race Keyway Adjustable Engine Timing Set (3114)Hi-Tech™ Roller Race Keyway Adjustable Engine Timing Set (3114) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$160.95
- COMP Cams®High Energy™ Timing Set (3237)High Energy™ Timing Set (3237) by COMP Cams®. Features a precision cast iron camshaft gear, a steel crank sprocket and a durable link belt chain, a perfect option for stock to mild performance builds. Exceeds all original equipment...Developed to provide steady performance and reliabilityMade using up-to-date equipment and new technologies$79.95
- COMP Cams®High Energy™ Timing Set (3208)High Energy™ Timing Set (3208) by COMP Cams®. This high-grade product was designed with craftsmanship and key attention to detail and manufactured using leading-edge innovations by experienced and knowledgeable engineering staff. It...Exceeds All Original Equipment SpecificationsExceptional Durability$56.95
- COMP Cams®High Energy™ Timing Set (3223)High Energy™ Timing Set (3223) by COMP Cams®. This high-grade product was designed with craftsmanship and key attention to detail and manufactured using leading-edge innovations by experienced and knowledgeable engineering staff. It...Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment SpecificationsExceptional Durability$49.95
- COMP Cams®High Energy™ Timing Set (3220)High Energy™ Timing Set (3220) by COMP Cams®. This high-grade product was designed with craftsmanship and key attention to detail and manufactured using leading-edge innovations by experienced and knowledgeable engineering staff. It...Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment SpecificationsExceptional Durability$51.95
- COMP Cams®High Energy™ Timing Set (3230)High Energy™ Timing Set (3230) by COMP Cams®. This high-grade product was designed with craftsmanship and key attention to detail and manufactured using leading-edge innovations by experienced and knowledgeable engineering staff. It...Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment SpecificationsExceptional Durability$49.95
- COMP Cams®Keyway Adjustable Timing Set (7113)Keyway Adjustable Timing Set (7113) by COMP Cams®. Induction hardened and precision machined steel billet gears for bulletproof durability in GM LSX applications. Featuring 9 keyway crank sprocket for 2-degree incremental adjustability...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$436.95
- COMP Cams®Keyway Adjustable Timing Set (7111)Keyway Adjustable Timing Set (7111) by COMP Cams®. Induction hardened and precision machined steel billet gears for bulletproof durability in GM LSX applications. Featuring 9 keyway crank sprocket for 2-degree incremental adjustability...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$436.95
- COMP Cams®Keyway Timing Set with Single Chain (9673T9)Keyway Timing Set with Single Chain (9673T9) by COMP Cams®. Induction hardened and precision machined steel billet gears for bulletproof durability in GM LSX applications. Featuring 9 keyway crank sprocket for 2-degree incremental...Cam Blocks Raised Above StockPremium Chain With Unmatched Strength$407.95
- COMP Cams®Timing Camshaft Gear Drive Kit (5494)Timing Camshaft Gear Drive Kit (5494) by COMP Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$958.95
- COMP Cams®Timing Camshaft Gear Drive Kit (5495)Timing Camshaft Gear Drive Kit (5495) by COMP Cams®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by COMP Cams features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$1,051.95
- COMP Cams®Timing Chain (9303)Timing Chain (9303) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed to provide a perfect fit...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$124.95
- COMP Cams®Timing Cover Bolt Set (214)Timing Cover Bolt Set (214) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed to provide a...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$57.95
- COMP Cams®Timing Cover Bolt Set (213)Timing Cover Bolt Set (213) by COMP Cams®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed to provide a...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$64.95
- COMP Cams®Timing Cover Gasket Set (218)Timing Cover Gasket Set (218) by COMP Cams®. This high-grade product was designed with craftsmanship and key attention to detail and manufactured using leading-edge innovations by experienced and knowledgeable engineering staff. It...Developed to provide steady performance and reliabilityMade using up-to-date equipment and new technologies$13.95
- COMP Cams®Timing Gear Set (10254)Timing Gear Set (10254) by COMP Cams®. This high-grade product was designed with craftsmanship and key attention to detail and manufactured using leading-edge innovations by experienced and knowledgeable engineering staff. It ensures...Constructed from precision hobbed and crown shaved aluminum, steel and fiber gearsQuality tested for strict tolerances and timing accuracy$324.95
- COMP Cams®Ultimate Adjustable Timing Set (8146)Ultimate Adjustable Timing Set (8146) by COMP Cams®. Induction hardened and precision machined steel billet gears for bulletproof durability in GM LSX applications. Featuring 9 keyway crank sprocket for 2-degree incremental...High-Strength Billet GearsSeamless Roller Chains$258.95
- CVR Performance®2-Piece Timing Cover (TC2350CL)2-Piece Timing Cover (TC2350CL) by CVR Performance®. Eliminate flexing problems holding cam in place and keeping timing control. Covers allow camshaft to be replaced without disturbing the oil pan seal. Supplied with bolts, gaskets,...Designed to maximize horsepower and torque of your vehicleMade with meticulous attention to detail and unmatched craftsmanship$298.44
- CVR Performance®Adjustable Timing Pointer (TP4700S)Adjustable Timing Pointer (TP4700S) by CVR Performance®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed to...Designed to maximize horsepower and torque of your vehicleMade with meticulous attention to detail and unmatched craftsmanship$42.76
- CVR Performance®Adjustable Timing Pointer (TPS11)Adjustable Timing Pointer (TPS11) by CVR Performance®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed to...Designed to maximize horsepower and torque of your vehicleMade with meticulous attention to detail and unmatched craftsmanship$76.06
- CVR Performance®Adjustable Timing Pointer (TP3625)Adjustable Timing Pointer (TP3625) by CVR Performance®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed to...Designed to maximize horsepower and torque of your vehicleMade with meticulous attention to detail and unmatched craftsmanship$35.96
- CVR Performance®Adjustable Timing Pointer (TP3700)Adjustable Timing Pointer (TP3700) by CVR Performance®. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality, performance and reliability. Designed to...Designed to maximize horsepower and torque of your vehicleMade with meticulous attention to detail and unmatched craftsmanship$35.96
The valvetrain system is one of the major mechanisms that determine engine performance and ensure its smooth operation. Thus, the main requirements imposed on the valvetrain is high precision, reliability, and durability. The system can be driven by a belt, chain(s), or feature gear drive, yet each of these types has its pros and cons. As for the engines with chain drive, they are very widespread these days, but there are some concerns related to their servicing. If you're into racing, some modifications can help you make this system stronger and get some other benefits.
In most cases, the chain drive is considered more dependable than belt one, however, it has a common disadvantage – unlike the belt, the chain tends to stretch, and sprocket teeth tend to wear out over time. The chain's rollers gradually get thinner, and the chain gets longer, which eventually affects valve timing and, therefore, engine performance. The racing environment implies large stresses and working at high RPM, so it's recommended to take these factors into account while adjusting or modifying the valvetrain mechanism. There are different solutions making the system more robust, durable, and efficient.
For instance, you could install performance gears made of tougher steel, use a double roller chain instead of a single roller, get aftermarket chain tensioners, etc. Meanwhile, you can also face the necessity to shift valvetrain timing, in order to increase torque within a certain RPM range. There is a purely mechanical and relatively simple way to do that – an adjustable gear allows for moving timing forward or backward by several degrees. In our online store, you will find plenty of timing gears, chains, covers, and other components designed specifically for harsh racing conditions and featuring all of the necessary characteristics to meet the strictest demands.