If you are looking to replace your Honda K20 Timing chain, you might be wondering what the best chain to use is. We offer both Genuine Honda and DID Timing Chains.
While you cant go wrong with Genuine Honda, The DID chain in our opinion offers a significant performance benefit.
Daido Japan (or DID Chain) are an OEM chain manufacturer based in Japan.
Since 1933, they have supplied the main Japanese car manufacturers (Honda/Toyota/Nissan/Subaru) with Timing Chains.
Preventative Maintenance
Timing chains are classed as a lifetime part by car manufacturers, yet it is no secret that they stretch and eventually fail. On Honda K Series engines, depending on maintenance, they typically start to show stretch at 70-80,000 miles
Chain stretch can go unnoticed, but typical symptoms are :
If left unchecked , the chain will eventually snap and could cause significant engine damage
Engine Rebuild
Replacement during an engine build is essential to ensure a long lasting trouble free engine rebuild.
| Make | Model | Years | Type | Chassis | Capacity | Engine Codes |
| Honda | Civic | 2001-2005 | TYPE R | EP3 | 2000cc | K20A, K20A2 |
| Honda | Integra | 2001-2005 | TYPE R | DC5 | 2000cc | K20A |
It is necessary to change the timing chain tensioner at the same time as the timing chain. It is also a good idea to replace the following parts
