Nettet30. jul. 2024 · 83 Posts. Discussion Starter · #3 · Jun 5, 2024. Visualizer said: Well in the timestamp he is actually checking if chain is worn , a worn chain ( or if gear is worn) … Nettet10. nov. 2005 · As long as the timing chain isn't binding the drivetrain is should be pretty tight. With some chainrings that aren't perfectly round, you sometimes have to find the tight spot in the chain and make sure it isn't too tight that it causes binding. Overall your mechanic is right, nice and tight.
How tight should a motorcycle timing chain be?
Nettet16. mar. 2024 · The timing chain is a crucial piece of equipment that, when working properly, causes the valves to open and close at very specific intervals in relation to the … Nettet18. okt. 2024 · It should be about a !/8-1/4". If it's tighter or looser than that it is either the wrong size chain or a worn out chain or gear set. Obviously there are no exactly perfect timing chain sets and the slack will vary and this is why on a good build you dial in a camshaft to put the opening and closing points where you want them ideally. firesprings consulting inc
How tight should the tandem front chain be?
Nettet20. sep. 2024 · Most of the time a belt will break due to a seized pulley or bad tensioner allowing it to contact the timing cover. Steps 1 Listen. A bad tensioner will usually be accompanied by noise. [2] This noise could be some type of squealing or rattling coming from the timing cover area. Nettet13. jun. 2024 · It might be flexing around 1/4 to 1/2 inch. I think I saw a long time ago on a BBC to try not to be over .625" slack. If you are flopping an inch, probably too loose. Both sides tight with no slack side when rotating... too tight. Can't be super tight when cold, that block will grow when hot and it'll end up way over tight when hot. Nettet13. jun. 2024 · It might be flexing around 1/4 to 1/2 inch. I think I saw a long time ago on a BBC to try not to be over .625" slack. If you are flopping an inch, probably too loose. … ethtool change mac address