What happens if primary chain is too tight?
As chains stretch and wear, they run tighter at one spot than another. Always adjust the free play at the tightest spot in the chain. Do not adjust the primary chain tighter than specified. Run- ning a chain that is too tight will result in excessive wear.
How to adjust the primary chain on a Harley Davidson Softail?
This article applies to the Harley Davidson Softail. Checking and adjusting the primary cam chain on your Softail is a pretty straightforward and easy job that you can do on your own. There are really no special tools that are required; however, an automatic chain adjuster can make this a simple task to complete with every oil change.
How to adjust twin cam primary on Harley Davidson?
Figure 3. Remove your plug wires before getting in there and starting any work. Turn the rear wheel if on the jack. You are looking for the position that makes the chain the tightest. If not on the jack stand, you will need to move about three feet, check, move three more feet and check again.
Where to find the tightest chain on a Harley Davidson?
You are looking for the position that makes the chain the tightest. If not on the jack stand, you will need to move about three feet, check, move three more feet and check again. Within this range, you should see where the chain has become the tightest. Figure 4.
When did the cam chain tensioner change on Harley Davidson?
The Harley Davidson cam chain tensioner shoes have been an issue since 1999 until Harley updated to hydraulic cam chain tensioners in 2006 and 2007. We show you how to update to hydraulic in our Harley Cam Chain Tensioner Shoe Project videos.
Do you need to adjust the primary chain on a Harley Davidson?
It is desirable to adjust the primary chain on your Harley-Davidson. motorcycle to prevent the chain from slapping inside the chain. enclosure, to extend chain life, and to get the most power from the. motor. Here is a quick guide on accessing and adjusting the chain as needed.
Why is my primary chain making a noise?
Without knowing how many miles are on said Sportster a multitude of things could be making the noise. If it sounds like noise from the primary I’d be checking the chain shoe first thing. When the shoe wears thru the chain is metal on metal. Sounds like maybe the brake rotor is dragging or something is between the rotor and caliber.
Why does my primary chain rattle when I shut it off?
Well, if the chain is properly adjusted, when you first start it up and shut it off most especially, if you hear a rattle that sounds like rocks rolling around, that’s the compensator banging (could be loose comp nut or comp assembly went bad).