Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts

Your One-Stop Shop For Trusted Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts

If you’re in search of Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts aftermarket or OEM parts, consider your search over! Advance Auto Parts carries 142 Engine Timing Parts from top brands with prices ranging from $4.99 to $915.99.

Beyond great prices, we stock trusted brands manufacturing all types of Engine Timing Parts for your Ford Explorer. Of the 14 OEM and aftermarket parts brands we carry, some of the most popular are Carquest Premium, Cloyes, and Dorman.

And don’t forget to read customer reviews across all Engine Timing Parts categories in our catalog. Buy with confidence by leveraging past customer experiences of our aftermarket and OEM parts.

At Advance Auto Parts, we don’t think top quality Engine Timing Parts have to cost top dollar, and we prove it. Browse our top Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts below, order online to ship to your home, or head into your nearest Advance Auto Parts location to get started.

Essential Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts

Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Set (Part No.C-3098)

Engine Timing Set

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$46.99
Timing Set includes all components for a quick and efficient replacement

Product Features:
  • Utilizes the latest in design and technology to offer complete chain sets
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Utilizes the latest in design and technology to offer complete chain sets
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
  • Set Includes: Cam Sprocket, Crankshaft Sprocket, Timing Chain
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Dorman – Timing Cover With Gasket And Seal (Part No.635-106)

Timing Cover With Gasket And Seal

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$137.99
This direct replacement timing cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment cover for a reliable repair. This part has undergone extensive testing to ensure adherence to precise design standards.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine timing cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment cover
  • Durable construction – this part is specifically designed to withstand extreme underhood temperatures for a long service life
  • Cost-effective solution – offers original equipment quality at a competitive price
  • Quality tested – this part has undergone extensive testing to ensure a quality fit and long service life
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Carquest Premium – Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid (Part No.VVA1543)

Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid

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$42.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Felpro – Engine Timing Cover Repair Sleeve (Part No.16207)

Engine Timing Cover Repair Sleeve

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$11.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Engine$aver Hardware cost-saving application
  • Repairs worn sealing surfaces to assure a leak free repair
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Sealed Power – Engine Balance Shaft Bearing Set (Part No.1892M)

Engine Balance Shaft Bearing Set

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$52.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Bi-metal aluminum alloy
  • For shafts in crankcase
  • Front drive bushing not included
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner (Part No.P442)

Engine Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner

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$26.49
A timing chain tensioner maintains appropriate tension in the timing chain. Depending on design, tensioners can use spring tension or hydraulic pressure to properly tension the chain. Please refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information

Product Features:
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Meet or exceed OEM performance requirements
  • Utilizes the latest in design and material technology, ensuring a quiet and maintenance-free experience
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.482041N)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$15.99
National has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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Carquest Premium – Chain Tensioner – Right (Part No.9533)

Chain Tensioner - Right

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$43.99
Advance Auto Parts is proud to carry this part with the best fitment and performance requirements for this application, from the highest quality timing component vendor.

Product Features:
  • The part is precision machined with high grade material for greater durability
  • Maintains excellent chain or belt tension
  • Meets or exceeds O.E.M. performance
  • Part is quality inspected and tested
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Tech Smart – Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Sprocket (Part No.S21001)

Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Sprocket

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$444.99
Qualities that have made SMP an industry leader for more than 95 years, innovation, engineering expertise, superior quality, meticulous testing, unmatched customer service, competitive pricing, and brand integrity, are at the heart of every TechSmart part.

Product Features:
  • Precision-machined to ensure accurate variable valve timing, correct rough idle, and restore drivability
  • Designed to match OE performance in restoring and maximizing horsepower and torque curves
  • Once installed, the VVT cam phaser helps reduce emissions and improve vehicle efficiency
  • All TechSmart® parts meet or exceed OE performance, providing today’s technician with the quality parts needed to get the job done right, the first time
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Chain Tensioner Guide (Part No.9-5341)

Engine Timing Chain Tensioner Guide

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$36.49
A timing chain guide serves as a track or guide, for the timing chain, connecting the crankshaft and camshaft. Designed to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements, Timing Guides, which are available in kits or as a stand-alone product, utilize the latest in design and material technology, ensuring quiet and maintenance-free experience

Product Features:
  • Extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Ford 289/ 302 With Aluminum Timing Cover And Water Pump, Hex Head (Part No.154-1504)

For Use With Ford 289/ 302 With Aluminum Timing Cover And Water Pump, Hex Head

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$36.49
ARP timing cover bolts are available in both polished stainless steel or black oxide finish chrome moly. You also can choose between standard hex head bolts or compact 12 point fasteners. Also available as part of ARP complete engine and accessory kits. Studs are preferred by many pro engine builders because they eliminate the chance of pinching gaskets and contribute to easier engine assembly. You will note that ARP studs feature a special bullet nose to guide the nut accurately into place. Available in black oxide finish 8740 chrome moly or polished stainless steel with hex or 12 point nuts. Alternators that come loose are a pain, so That is why ARP came up with these super tough bolts (your choice of chrome moly steel or polished stainless (ARP 300) both rated 170,000 PSI). The stainless has the added advantage of being rust and corrosion resistant. It is the fastener of choice.

Product Features:
  • Made From Black Oxide Finished 8740 Chrome Moly Or Corrosion Resistant Stainless Steel
  • Nominally Rated At 180,000 Pounds Per Square Inch Tensile Strength To Provide You With Plenty Of Clamping Force
  • Made In USA
  • Will Not Fit 5.0L Roller Cam Applications
  • Sold As A Kit
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Victor Reinz – Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Housing Seal (Part No.71-17558-00)

Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Housing Seal

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$25.99
Whether you are a professional technician or a skilled do-it-yourselfer, you need easy access to Victor Reinz quality at every level of the engine all in one box and without any surprises. Protective packaging, informative labels, and state-of-the art electronic cataloging, ensure you receive precisely the gaskets and seals needed for a successful, long-lasting repair.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
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Cloyes Gear – Primary Timing Chain Kit: Exact Fit, 254, 50 Links, Timing Components, Without Sprockets (Part No.9-0738SBX)

Primary Timing Chain Kit: Exact Fit, 254, 50 Links, Timing Components, Without Sprockets

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$202.99
Designed for the replacement of worn or damaged timing chains, tensioners, and guides, Timing Chain Kits includes all components for a quick and efficient replacement. Each part is CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials. Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing.

Product Features:
  • Meet or exceed OEM performance requirements, ensuring a quiet and maintenance free experience
  • Utilizes the latest in design and technology to offer a complete chain kit solution
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
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Dorman – VVT Solenoid Seal (Part No.917-200ES)

VVT Solenoid Seal

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$17.49
Engine variable valve timing (VVT) seals are designed to provide a tight, reliable seal between the VVT solenoid and mating components. Check the product attributes to choose the right seal or seal kit for your application.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – these engine variable valve timing (VVT) seals are designed to match the fit, function and performance of the original seals on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – engineered to provide a tight, reliable seal between the VVT solenoid and mating components when the original seals have failed or when the VVT is serviced or replaced
  • Durable construction – made of quality materials for reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Mr. Gasket – Precision Timing Tape (Part No.1594)

Precision Timing Tape

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$21.79
Precision timing tape can be used on a factory balancer to create HP through accurate timing, and makes setting valve lash simple.

Product Features:
  • 6 3¿8″ diameter
  • 6 3┐8″ diameter
  • 289-302-351 cu. in.
  • Increased Performance
  • Set Valve Lash At Proper Time
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Cloyes Performance – High Performance Timing Chain (Part No.9-130)

High Performance Timing Chain

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$71.99
High Performance 3/8″ Pitch Double Roller Replacement True Roller Chain. 0.250 in. Roller Diameter. Heat Treated and Processed Links to Maximize Ultimate Breaking Strength while Remaining Ductile for Toughness. Prestressed to Increase Fatigue Life.

Product Features:
  • A timing chain synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft(s), ensuring proper timing of the engines valve events for each cylinder.
  • Our chains are engineered and manufactured with precision pitch control for proper chain-to-sprocket tooth fitment
  • From stock replacement to high performance, Cloyes has the most complete timing chain catalog
  • Cloyes parts are CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials. Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Cloyes recommends the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
  • Keep your engines valvetrain in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Chain (Part No.C744)

Engine Timing Chain

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$53.99
A timing chain synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft(s) ensuring proper timing and allows the engine’s valves to open and close during each cylinder’s firing. Available in kits or as a stand-alone product, our chains are pre-stressed and heat-treated for increased durability. Our chains are engineered and manufactured with precision pitch control for proper chain-to-sprocket tooth fitment

Product Features:
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Engineered and manufactured with precision pitch control for proper chain-to-sprocket tooth fitment
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Carquest Premium – Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Connector (Part No.PTA3055)

Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Connector

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$43.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Camshaft Position Solenoid Connector (Part No.PTA1442)

Camshaft Position Solenoid Connector

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$33.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Balance Shaft Chain Guide (Part No.P436G)

Engine Balance Shaft Chain Guide

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$17.49
A timing chain guide serves as a track or guide, for the timing chain, connecting the crankshaft and camshaft. Designed to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements, Timing Guides, which are available in kits or as a stand-alone product, utilize the latest in design and material technology, ensuring quiet and maintenance-free experience

Product Features:
  • Extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Balance Shaft Chain Kit (Part No.9-0701SA)

Engine Balance Shaft Chain Kit

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$106.99
Balance Shaft Chain Kits includes all components for a quick and efficient replacement

Product Features:
  • Meet or exceed OEM performance requirements, ensuring a quiet and maintenance-free experience
  • Utilizes the latest in design and technology to offer a complete chain kit solution
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket (Part No.S869)

Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket

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$42.99
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain sprockets offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket (Part No.S819)

Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket

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$8.99
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain sprockets offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket (Part No.S651)

Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket

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$30.99
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain sprockets offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket (Part No.S995)

Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket

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$25.49
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain sprockets offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Engine Timing Parts Brands You Can Trust For Your Ford Explorer

14 trusted brands of Engine Timing Parts line our shelves, ready to help keep your Ford Explorer running smooth. Below are some of the most popular brands and their top Engine Timing Parts offerings:

Popular Carquest Engine Timing Parts

Carquest products for the Ford Explorer span several categories. Some of the highest-rated Carquest Engine Timing Parts that will fit your Ford Explorer are:
Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
from $65.05
(3)
Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
Engine Variable Timing Solenoids

Top Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts from Driveworks

Your Ford Explorer will be purring again thanks to Driveworks brand Engine Timing Parts available for online order or in-store pick up. Popular Driveworks parts include:
Oil Seal
from $10.79
(62)
Oil Seal
Timing Cover Seals

Most Purchased Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts from Carquest Premium

When you buy the most frequently purchased Carquest Premium brand Engine Timing Parts, you can be confident it will be the right part for your Ford Explorer. Here are the Carquest Premium Engine Timing Parts Advanced Auto customers buy the most:
Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
from $67.99
This product is not rated
Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
Engine Variable Timing Solenoids
Camshaft Phaser- Variable Timing Camshaft Gear
from $219.99
(3)
Camshaft Phaser- Variable Timing Camshaft Gear
Timing Cam Gears
Engine Timing Chain Kit
from $266.99
This product is not rated
Engine Timing Chain Kit
Engine Timing Chain Kits

FAQs for Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts

What are the most purchased Engine Timing Parts for the Ford Explorer?

Out of 142 Engine Timing Parts for the Ford Explorer, the most popular in our inventory are:
Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
from $67.99
This product is not rated
Engine Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid
Engine Variable Timing Solenoids
Camshaft Phaser- Variable Timing Camshaft Gear
from $219.99
(3)
Camshaft Phaser- Variable Timing Camshaft Gear
Timing Cam Gears
Engine Timing Set
from $46.99
This product is not rated
Engine Timing Set
Timing Sets

What are the top-rated Ford Explorer Engine Timing Parts?

Top-rated Engine Timing Parts for your Ford Explorer based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
from $64.99
(13)
Variable Valve Timing Solenoid
“Worked perfect”
Timing Set, 3-Piece
from $29.99
(7)
Timing Set, 3-Piece
“Fit fine in our ’96 Explorer 5.0 HO that will be replacing a non-HO 5.0 that we had swapped into a BMW E30 that started knocking. I replaced for reass”
Multi Purpose Seal
from $8.99
(5)
Multi Purpose Seal
“Should be as good as oem”