True Roller Timing Set - SBF

The True Roller Timing Set - SBF from Edelbrock is a precision-engineered timing chain assembly designed for small block Ford engines requiring dependable valve synchronization and extended durability. Built for restorers, hot rodders, and performance enthusiasts who demand reliable valve timing without compromise, this double roller design eliminates the flex and wear inherent in single-roller chains. Whether you're rebuilding a stock 289, 302, or 351W engine or modifying a classic muscle car, accurate timing chain performance directly impacts combustion efficiency, horsepower delivery, and long-term engine reliability.

This timing set combines cast iron and billet steel components to balance strength with precision manufacturing. The double roller configuration reduces chain stretch and vibration compared to single-roller designs, ensuring consistent crankshaft-to-camshaft synchronization across the RPM band. The keyway-adjustable sprocket design allows tuners to dial in camshaft timing without removing the chain, enabling fine-tuning of intake and exhaust valve overlap for optimized power curves. The compact footprint (10.85 x 6.55 inches) fits stock small block Ford mounting locations, while the 3.68-pound weight keeps rotating mass minimal—critical for high-RPM stability and engine acceleration response.

Mechanics and engine builders favor this Performer-Link timing set for both street and strip applications because it eliminates common timing chain failure modes—stretch, noise, and slippage—that plague aged single-roller assemblies. Installation is straightforward on any small block Ford equipped with standard timing cover mounts, making this kit ideal for rebuilds, upgrades, or preventative maintenance on high-mileage engines. Whether paired with stock cam profiles or aggressive aftermarket grinds, the True Roller Timing Set delivers the precision synchronization necessary for consistent fuel mapping, ignition timing, and dyno-verified power output.