yes that would be the case my partner works with cars so he knows most things.
On your 2001 mustang, I would more likely check the timing chain adjusters / tensioners, you are not likely to have a clogger port.... any reasonable shop could check this for you
Timing Chain.
Timing chain
The 3.8 liter V6 engine in a 1996 Ford Mustang has a timing CHAIN
The V6 engine in a 2004 Ford Mustang has a timing CHAIN
It has a timing chain.
The 3.8 litre V6 engine in a 1999 Ford Mustang has a timing CHAIN
The 3.8 litre V6 engine in a 1998 Ford Mustang has a timing CHAIN
The 3.8 liter V6 engine in a 2000 Ford Mustang has a timing CHAIN
chain
Timing chain
The 3.8 L - V6 engine has a timing CHAIN
chain