Product Description
Genuine Borg-Warner TC-498 Timing Chain (NORS)
This Borg-Warner TC-498 Timing Chain is a New Old Replacement Stock (NORS) component, designed for a wide range of classic American vehicles. Manufactured in the USA, this timing chain ensures precise valve timing and reliable engine operation for various Buick, Cadillac, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac V8 engines from 1964 through 1987, including models like the Ford Bronco.
Key Features:
- Brand: Borg-Warner
- Part Number: TC-498
- Interchange: Cloyes C-498, Melling 3-498S, SA Gear 78498
- Position: Engine Timing
- Engine Fitment: V8 260, 260F, 260-8, 307, 330, 350R, 351C, 351M, 368, 400, 403, 425, 430, 455, 472, 500 (4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L, 5.8L, 6.0L)
- Origin: USA
- Condition: NORS (New Old Replacement Stock)
Fitment:
| Make | Model | Year | Engine | Notes |
| BUICK | Electra / LeSabre / Riviera / Skylark / Regal / Century / Apollo / Special / GS | 1975-1987 | V8 260F (4.3L), 307 (5.0L), 350R (5.7L) | |
| BUICK | Electra / LeSabre / Riviera / Skylark / Regal / Century / Apollo / Special / GS | 1967-1976 | V8 400, 430, 455 | Late 1967 models |
| BUICK | Electra / LeSabre / Riviera / Skylark / Regal / Century / Apollo / Special / GS | 1967 | V8 400, 430 | Early 1967 models |
| CADILLAC | DeVille / Eldorado / Fleetwood / Seville / Calais / Commercial Chassis | 1976-1981 | V8 350R (5.7L) | |
| CADILLAC | DeVille / Eldorado / Fleetwood / Seville / Calais / Commercial Chassis | 1968-1982 | V8 368 (6.0L), 425, 472, 500 | |
| FORD | Mustang / Thunderbird / LTD / Galaxie / Fairlane / Torino / Ranchero | 1973-1979 | V8 351C (5.8L) 2 B/C, 351M, 400 | Passenger models |
| FORD | Bronco / F-Series | 1973-1979 | V8 351M | Bronco models |
| LINCOLN | Continental / Mark Series / Versailles | 1977-1979 | V8 351M, 400 | |
| MERCURY | Cougar / Montego / Marquis / Grand Marquis / Cyclone / Comet / Monterey / Colony Park | 1973-1974 | V8 351C | |
| MERCURY | Cougar / Montego / Marquis / Grand Marquis / Cyclone / Comet / Monterey / Colony Park | 1975-1979 | V8 351M | |
| MERCURY | Cougar / Montego / Marquis / Grand Marquis / Cyclone / Comet / Monterey / Colony Park | 1973-1979 | V8 400 | |
| OLDSMOBILE | Cutlass / Delta 88 / Ninety-Eight / Toronado / Vista Cruiser / F-85 / Omega / Starfire | 1964-1984 | V8 260, 260F, 260-8, ALL (4.3L), 307 (5.0L), 330, 350R (5.7L), 403 | |
| OLDSMOBILE | Cutlass / Delta 88 / Ninety-Eight / Toronado / Vista Cruiser / F-85 / Omega / Starfire | 1975-1976 | V8 455 | |
| PONTIAC | GTO / Firebird / Grand Prix / LeMans / Catalina / Bonneville / Ventura / Phoenix / Trans Am | 1975-1986 | V8 260, 307, 350R, 403 |
Fits Years:
1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987
Note on Stock Photos: Due to our inventory of multiple identical units for this specific part number, we utilize representative stock photos for this listing. You will receive a component that strictly meets all listed specifications and fitment requirements. Please be aware that because these are vintage parts, minor cosmetic variations—such as surface finish, color, or production markings—may exist between different manufacturing runs. These slight aesthetic differences are a result of historical production processes and do not impact the part's integrity, performance, or authenticity.
A Note on Fitment Accuracy: We manually research our fitment data using vintage manufacturer catalogs to provide you with the most accurate information possible. However, because we are human and these decades-old resources can occasionally contain errors, we cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. We strongly encourage you to perform your own due diligence and verify this part number for your specific application before purchasing. Please note that this part may also fit other vehicles or years not explicitly listed in our research.
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While many of our vintage parts were manufactured decades ago, they remain unused and high-quality. Some original boxes may show signs of shelf-wear, such as dust, tape, or surface distress from years of storage. Rest assured, the components inside have been inspected to ensure they are complete and ready to help you finish your project without breaking the bank.
