Product Description
Genuine Cloyes C-493 Timing Chain (NORS)
This genuine Cloyes C-493 timing chain is a New Old Replacement Stock (NORS) component, designed to provide reliable and precise timing for a wide range of vintage American V8 engines. Manufactured by Cloyes, a trusted name in automotive timing components, this chain is crucial for maintaining engine synchronization and performance. It offers extensive fitment across various 1956-1984 Buick, Edsel, Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury passenger cars, as well as Ford trucks, ensuring your classic vehicle's engine operates smoothly and efficiently.
Key Features:
- Brand: Cloyes
- Part Number: C-493
- Interchange: C-491
- Engine Fitment: V8 322, 364, 400, 401, 425, 410, 430, 429, 460, 491, 462, 383
- Origin: Made in USA
- Condition: NORS (New Old Replacement Stock)
Fitment:
| Make | Model | Year | Engine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUICK | All Models | 1956 | V8 322 | |
| BUICK | All Models | 1957-1966 | V8 322, 364, 400, 401, 425 | |
| EDSEL | Ranger / Pacer / Corsair / Citation | 1958 | V8 410 | |
| FORD | All Passenger Car Models | 1959-1960 | V8 430 | |
| FORD | Galaxie / LTD / Custom / Fairlane / Torino / Mustang | 1968-1971 | V8 429, 460 | ALL |
| FORD | Passenger Car | 1975-1976 | V8 460 | P/C |
| FORD | Passenger Car | 1972-1978 | V8 429, 460 | STD Exc. |
| FORD | Passenger Car | 1972 | V8 460 | P/C |
| LINCOLN | All Models | 1968-1973 | V8 491 | |
| LINCOLN | All Models | 1961-1968 | V8 430, 462 | |
| LINCOLN | All Models | 1968-1979 | V8 460 | |
| LINCOLN | Continental / Premiere / Capri | 1958-1960 | V8 | ALL |
| MERCURY | Monterey / Montclair / Park Lane | 1958-1960 | V8 383, 430 | |
| MERCURY | All Models | 1969-1979 | V8 429, 460 | |
| MERCURY | Passenger Car | 1975-1976 | V8 460 | P/C |
| MERCURY | Passenger Car | 1972-1978 | V8 429, 460 | STD Exc. |
| MERCURY | Passenger Car | 1972 | V8 460 | P/C |
| FORD TRUCK | E250 / E350 / F100 / F350 | 1974-1984 | V8 460 |
Fits Years:
1956 1957 1958 1959 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984
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.
Unbeatable Prices & Expectations
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.
