{"product_id":"performance-water-pump-timing-chain-head-gasket-kit-for-dodge-dakota-2004-2007-4-7l","title":"Performance Water Pump Timing Chain \u0026 Head Gasket Kit for Dodge Dakota (2004-2007) 4.7L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eComplete Engine Timing Chain, Water Pump \u0026amp; Head Gasket Overhaul Kit for 2004-2007 Dodge Dakota (ND)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Water Pump Timing Chain \u0026amp; Head Gasket Kit restores compression sealing, synchronizes valvetrain timing, and maintains cooling efficiency on the 2004-2007 Dodge Dakota to eliminate overheating risks and mechanical timing failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Dodge Dakota 4.7L Timing and Thermal Weakness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory \u003cstrong\u003ePowerTech 4.7L V8\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong\u003eND\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis Dodge Dakota is notoriously prone to valvetrain slack and severe cylinder head warpage under high thermal cycling. OEM composite head gaskets degrade around combustion chamber fire rings, allowing coolant intrusion and head bolt torque loss over time. Concurrently, factory plastic-faced timing tensioners and guide rails suffer fatigue wear, introducing timing slack across the three-chain arrangement. When excessive play occurs, chain slap compromises camshaft-to-crankshaft phasing, resulting in misfires, valve-to-piston contact risk, and failure of the original mechanical water pump impeller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis master rebuild package addresses critical weak points of the \u003cstrong\u003ePowerTech 4.7L\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. Multi-layer steel (MLS) head gaskets provide high tensile spring-back, maintaining consistent cylinder sealing pressures even during extreme thermal expansion. Precision-stamped timing sprockets, including the JTEC-matched 30-tooth right cam sprocket, pair with pre-stretched link chains and reinforced guide rails to lock down cam phasing. A high-flow cast mechanical water pump prevents localized hot spots in cylinder heads, while an upgraded oil pump is designed to ensure immediate hydraulic tensioner pressurization, mitigating cold-start chain slap and valvetrain starvation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Multiple Layers Steel (MLS) Head Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Valve Cover Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Valve Stem Seals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Intake Manifold Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Exhaust Manifold Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Front Camshaft Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 O-rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Other Small Gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e28 Cylinder Head Bolts (20 Long Bolts, 8 Short Bolts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Timing Chain Lower (70 Links)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Timing Chain (106 Links-Secondary 2 Required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Tensioner Right (Secondary Tensioner)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Tensioner Left (Secondary Tensioner)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Tensioner Primary (Tensioner \u0026amp; Guide Plate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Guide Rail (Tensioner Rail 2 Required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Guide Rail (Fixed Rail 2 Required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Sprocket Right (30 Teeth With Jtec Ring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Sprocket Left (30 Teeth Has No Ring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Crank Sprocket (25 Teeth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Idler Sprocket (50 Teeth Primary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Idler Sprocket (Secondary-Dual 30\/30 Teeth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Engine Water Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Oil Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100 style=\" border-collapse: collapse border: solid font-size: min-width:\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2004-2007 Dodge Dakota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePowerTech 4.7L V8 \/ ND (3rd Gen)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e230 hp \/ 295 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e53020827AB, HS26157PT-1, HS54237A, AW7163\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004 Dodge Dakota 4.7L V8 (SLT, Sport, Laramie)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2005 Dodge Dakota 4.7L V8 (ST, SLT, Laramie)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2006 Dodge Dakota 4.7L V8 (ST, SLT, Laramie, TRX\/TRX4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007 Dodge Dakota 4.7L V8 (ST, SLT, Laramie, TRX\/TRX4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the ND Dakota?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2004-2007 Dodge Dakota equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003ePowerTech 4.7L\u003c\/strong\u003e engine; verify your camshaft tone ring matches the included JTEC-style 30-tooth right sprocket before assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre new cylinder head bolts required during this rebuild?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the included 28 torque-to-yield cylinder head bolts must be installed as factory fasteners stretch permanently once torqued and cannot be reused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge Dakota Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high-mileage utility and demanding payload duty, this complete overhaul kit restores structural integrity, valvetrain precision, and thermal control to keep your midsize truck hauling, towing, and working without mechanical failure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67545336545528,"sku":"DS-EN41PSIGX","price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-water-pump-timing-chain-head-gasket-kit-for-dodge-dakota-2004-2007-4-7l-1.jpg?v=1790721982","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-water-pump-timing-chain-head-gasket-kit-for-dodge-dakota-2004-2007-4-7l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}