Cloyes 9-5029 Engine Timing Damper - Lower

Cloyes 9-5029 Timing Chain Damper

Cloyes 9-5029 is a lower timing chain damper for the 1979-1983 Nissan 280ZX. Built with rubber and steel, this black chain guide is made to maintain proper timing chain tension and support quiet engine operation in the valve train.

Key Features

• Rubber and steel construction for durability and chain control
• Black chain guide design for lower timing chain applications
• CAD-designed and manufactured with advanced materials
• Tested for function and durability before release
• Meets or exceeds OEM performance requirements
• Compatible with 1979-1983 Nissan 280ZX lower timing chain service

Product Details

This Cloyes timing chain damper, part number 9-5029, is engineered for lower chain applications on the Nissan 280ZX from 1979 through 1983. As a chain guide, it helps maintain correct chain alignment and tension in the timing system, which is critical for consistent valve timing and reduced noise. Cloyes designs and manufactures its timing components using advanced materials and validates each part for function and durability. This part cross-references Focus Auto Parts 95029 for the same application.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Timing chain noise from worn guide surfaces
• Chain slack caused by deteriorated damper material
• Improper chain alignment in lower timing chain service
• Valve train noise related to aging timing components
• Timing system wear during chain replacement service

Installation Notes and Tips

For timing chain service on a 1979-1983 Nissan 280ZX, replace the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when wear is present. Cloyes recommends renewing the related timing components at the same time because they work together to keep the chain properly tensioned. Verify application details in the catalog before installation and confirm lower-position fitment for your engine configuration.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes timing chain tensioner and guide components are CAD designed, manufactured with advanced materials, and extensively tested for function and durability. The 9-5029 is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for dependable timing system service.