Have a parts question. I'm looking at having to switch out the timing chain on my car, so here is the information for you:

Car - 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am (VIN: 1G2AW87H1CL537531)
Engine - 305 ci LG4 V-8 with 4-barrel carb
Suspension - WS6, Brakes - Front/Rear Disk
Wheels - 215/65R15 Turbo Cast Aluminum

I know that most people would just tell me to yank the 305 and drop in a 350, but I'm unemployed and searching for work so funds a little tight.

My question - I'd like to put in a set of gears instead of a chain. Is there a set of gears that is a direct bolt-in? My favorite site (RockAuto.com) has a couple listed. I just want to be sure it'll just bolt right on. Your thoughts and suggestions please.

Thank you.
Nathan

 

There are several timing gear sets available on the market that will work. None is significantly less annoying than any of the others.

 

Why do you want a gear drive?

 

Gears will work however they cost and are noisy. I would go with a double roller.

 

Good luck getting a gear drive to fit under the stock timing cover.

Unless you're one of those meat-heads that wants his timing set to whine like a blower, just get a Cloyes stock replacement style double roller, and call it a day.

Leave the noisy gear drives on the shelf for the guy with the air shocks and the bitchin' whip antennas on his El Camino.