Product Description
Genuine Motorcraft C493 Timing Chain (NORS)
This is a genuine Motorcraft C493 timing chain, a New Old Replacement Stock (NORS) component designed to restore the precise engine timing in a wide range of vintage American vehicles. This high-quality chain is crucial for synchronizing the camshaft and crankshaft, ensuring optimal engine performance and longevity. It fits various Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Buick, and Edsel models from 1956 through 1984, covering numerous V8 engine applications.
Key Features:
- Brand: Motorcraft
- Part Number: C493
- Interchange: C491
- Position: Engine Timing
- Engine Fitment: V8 322, 364, 400, 401, 410, 425, 429, 430, 460, 462, 491
- Condition: NORS (New Old Replacement Stock)
Fitment:
| Make | Model | Year | Engine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buick | Century / Roadmaster / Special / Super | 1956 | V8 322 | |
| Buick | Century / Electra / LeSabre / Riviera / Skylark / Special / Wildcat | 1957-1966 | V8 322, 364, 400, 401, 425 | |
| Edsel | Citation / Corsair / Pacer / Ranger | 1958 | V8 410 | |
| Ford | Fairlane / Galaxie / Thunderbird / Custom | 1959-1960 | V8 430 | Passenger Car |
| Ford | Galaxie / LTD / Custom / XL / Country Squire | 1968-1971 | V8 429, 460 | All Models |
| Ford | LTD / Grand Torino / Thunderbird | 1975-1976 | V8 460 | Passenger Car |
| Ford | LTD / Galaxie / Custom / Thunderbird | 1972-1978 | V8 429, 460 | Standard Except |
| Ford | LTD / Galaxie / Custom / Thunderbird | 1972 | Passenger Car | |
| Lincoln | Continental / Mark III / Mark IV | 1968-1973 | V8 491 | |
| Lincoln | Continental / Premiere / Capri | 1961-1968 | V8 430, 462 | |
| Lincoln | Continental / Mark III / Mark IV / Mark V | 1968-1979 | V8 460 | |
| Lincoln | Continental / Premiere / Capri | 1958-1960 | V8 | All Models |
| Mercury | Monterey / Montclair / Park Lane / Commuter / Colony Park | 1958-1960 | V8 383, 430 | |
| Mercury | Marquis / Cougar / Montego / Colony Park / Grand Marquis | 1969-1979 | V8 429, 460 | |
| Mercury | Marquis / Cougar / Montego / Colony Park | 1975-1976 | V8 460 | Passenger Car |
| Mercury | Marquis / Cougar / Montego / Colony Park | 1972-1978 | V8 429, 460 | Standard Except |
| Mercury | Marquis / Cougar / Montego / Colony Park | 1972 | Passenger Car | |
| Ford Truck | E-Series Vans (E250 / E350) / F-Series Trucks (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.
