Cloyes

7800 Ball Road
Ft. Smith , Arkansas 72908 USA
Phone: (479) 646-1662
Fax: (479) 646-5844

About Cloyes

Cloyes is a Global Manufacturer of automotive timing drive systems and components for the Automotive Aftermarket. Cloyes is well positioned to handle the industry trend toward shifting the design, testing and validation of systems to the supplier. We are a high volume timing gear and sprocket provider and have established this position through quality, engineering, manufacturing and superior customer service. Our Aftermarket Division offers an extensive line of replacement timing drive systems and components through the aftermarket distribution network. The Cloyes name is also well known and respected in the high performance world. Cloyes developed and patented the very first True Roller timing set in 1970. This innovative product and later patented products, like the Hex-a-Just timing system, revolutionized the high performance timing field.

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The Truth About Timing Chain Tensioner Pistons | Cloyes Tech Byte

The Truth About Timing Chain Tensioner Pistons | Cloyes Tech Byte

Think that small opening on the tip of your timing chain tensioner piston is an oiling port? Think again! ?️ In this quick Tech Byte, Cody Smith from the Cloyes Tech Lab clears up a major automotive misconception. Learn how this tiny hole actually functions as an air vent to maintain proper hydraulic pressure, and where you should really look if you're searching for a designed oil supply port. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more profess [...]


Why You Should Replace All Accessory Drive Components Together ?️

Why You Should Replace All Accessory Drive Components Together ?️

One worn part is often a sign that the rest aren't far behind. In this Cloyes Tech Byte, we discuss the importance of treating your accessory drive as a complete system. While it might be tempting to only replace a squeaky belt or a shaky tensioner, belts, pulleys, and tensioners all share the same workload and environmental stress. Internal wear on bearings and springs isn’t always visible to the naked eye, but it can lead to premature failure of your new [...]


That tiny hole at the tip of your timing chain tensioner? It’s not what you think.

That tiny hole at the tip of your timing chain tensioner? It’s not what you think.

In this Tech Byte, Cody Smith from the Cloyes Tech Lab clears up a common misconception about timing chain tensioner pistons. While many think that small opening is an oiling port, it actually serves a much different—and critical—purpose for hydraulic function. Watch to learn how this design allows air to escape while keeping oil right where it needs to be. Quick Takeaways: -Air Venting: The hole in the piston tip acts as an air bleeder, not an oil [...]


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