If you have some strange performance problems like hesitation, misfires, or perhaps even a check engine light for a cam or crank sensor, you might want to check for timing chain slack. If the cam and crank don't move smoothly, engine performance will be effected. This test can only be performed on certain engines but it can be an invaluable tool when doing performance diagnosis. It's an easy test and all you need is a way to turn the crank and the ability to observe the distributor. No fancy tools required.Camera: Brian KastThe best place for answers to your automotive questions: http://www.ericthecarguy.comIf you have performance issues with your vehicle, check out this article I wrote on solving them.http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-performance-issuesOther useful articles.Engine overheathttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/what-to-do-when-your-engine-overheatsNo start problemshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-no-start-problemsIdle issueshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-idle-problemsDiagnosing Noiseshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/diagnosing-noises-in-your-carDiagnosing Vibrationshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/determining-the-causes-of-vehicle-vibrationsElectrical Problemshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-electrical-problemsBrake Issueshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-brake-problemsTransmission issueshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-transmission-problemsHVAC problemshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-hvac-problemsBuying a Used Carhttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/what-to-look-for-in-a-used-car-purchaseLeakshttp://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/finding-and-fixing-leaksMPGhttp://ericthecarguy.com/faq/finding-and-fixing-the-causes-of-poor-mpgDiscussion about this video: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/forum/18-The-EricTheCarGuy-Video-Forum/51256-how-to-check-timing-chain-slack#97890EricTheCarGuy code lookup: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/obd-code-lookupFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EricTheCarGuy?fref=tsTwitter: https://twitter.com/EricTheCarGuyGoogle+: https://plus.google.com/100195180196698058780/postsInformation on Premium Membership: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/premium-content-streaming-etcg-contentStay DirtyETCGDue to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information.  EricTheCarGuy assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. EricTheCarGuy recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video.  Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result.  Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not EricTheCarGuy.