Timing Chain Noise | BMW E30 318is M42B18

This M42 engine suffers from bad cam sprockets and a slack timing chain. The rattling noise is worst at 2800 RPM. I replaced the chain tensioner which resulted in the rattling noise being worst at 3000 RPM. I have been driving with the engine in this condition for at least 50 000 km and I have not had any problems yet. But I am very rarely revving the engine over 3000 RPM. This is a great mechanical speed limiter since the engine runs at about 2700 RPM when driving 90 km/h (56 mph). If I want to go faste
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