Sr20 timing chain replacement

[Kingofthegutter]

Okay so my timing chain has snapped and I am wondering if I can install a new one by breaking the new one with a chain breaker and dropping it down one side of the crank and a piece of string down the other tying them together and pulling the chain up and reattaching. The reason I want to try this is I don't want to pull out the whole engine. Any thoughts?

[Mikester]

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[dawagarage]

one day you will look back at this thread and laugh at how stupid you were. its ok weve all been there. anywaya no i dont recommend this method. also i dont recommens that method. and you dont have to pull the engine, all i ahould have to do is drop the oil pan, remove the front cover, and valve cover anda lil extra to replace your chain