Do you need to replace tensioner pads on a cam chain?
I have a 2003 FLHTCI with 40K and need to replace the tensioner pads. Outer looks great but inner is toast. Not sure how long I will keep the bike, so I only want to change the pads. I have adjustable pushrods and am looking for the dime store version on the easy and quick way to replace.
What did I do to my chain tensioners?
This past weekend I installed the new Screaming Eagle cam support plate, changed out the cam bearings (inner & outer), installed the new high volume oil pump and new style chain tensioners. I decided to go with the stock rods, and took them out through the top end. All related gaskets and o-rings were replaced in the process.
What to do about a cam tensioner on a Harley?
This is a modal window. Bob walks us through a Harley cam chain tensioner inspection, a common issue on the Twin Cam 88. He removes the exhaust, floor boards and everything in the way of the cam cover. At the cam cover, he reminds us to remove bolts in a star or cross pattern to ease pressure evenly.
How many miles does a cam chain tensioner take?
It has about 28,000 miles on it. I’m a new users of this forum, so I hope I am posting this correctly. Unusual noise from the cam side of the bike or orange flecks of plastic in the oil or filter would be a good indicator. No substitute for visually checking them. I definately had the same question in my mind…. Thank you…
How do you replace a cam chain tensioner?
The same can be done with the secondary tensioner once the plate is out. I used a small table top arbor press to remove and replace the cams and bearings. Remove the cover, unload the primary tensioner, lock the sprockets and remove them. Remove the support plate, you may leave the oil pump intact.
What kind of tensioner does a cam chest bike use?
The more run out the less consistency on the you cam chain tensioners tension (more pad wear) 06- Current – These bikes have the best all around stock tensioners, hydraulic oil fed with delrin style pads.
Where is the cam tensioner on a Harley Davidson?
Cut down an Allen wrench so you can get to the fasteners behind the pipes and take the nose cone (cam cover) off. The outer tensioner is right there and easy to see. The one behind the plate is a bit more challenging to see. Use a small cheap dental mirror and a pen light.
Do you consider 36, 000 miles a lot for this cam chain tensioner system?
Do you consider 36,000 miles a lot for this chain tensioner system? 36,000 is not a lot of miles for hydraulic cam chain tensioners. You should not be concerned about inspecting them until somewhere between 80 and 100k. If you ever have your exhaust off before then, pull your cam cover and get a look at them. Just for piece of mind.