How many miles on twin cam tensioner pads?
Our test bike was a 2001 Dyna with 13,000 miles on the original OEM cam chain tensioners. We ran another 13,000 miles on our tensioner pads to duplicate the miles and conditions.
When do Harley Davidson twin cam chain tensioners wear out?
They also used, and I can’ remember the technical name of the chain, an older chain design. Indeed the cam chain shoes would wear out partly because of the shoe and partly because of the chain. Harley recommended getting them checked between 35 and 40K miles. Problem is they could give out ANY time and were not covered under warranty.
What kind of tensioner does a Harley Davidson use?
In order to run the valve train Harley went to a cam chain tensioner set up utilizing a spring loaded shoe putting pressure on the cam chain with push rods. They also used, and I can’ remember the technical name of the chain, an older chain design.
How much does it cost to replace twin cam chain tensioner?
The inspection and replacement of the inner shoe is expensive and involves removing the oil pump and cam, the outer one shoe is easier but you have to check both of them. Our dealership wanted $400 just to inspect the shoes, which they wouldn’t do because they said if they get that far into it they might as well just replace them.
What kind of cam chain tensioner does a Twin Cam 88 use?
This kit updates the cam chain tensioner of your Twin Cam 88 ® engine to the latest design, as featured on the Twin Cam 96 ™ engine. The billet cam support plate has been designed to allow the installation of the Twin Cam 96 ™ hydraulic cam chain tensioner to Twin Cam 88 ® -equipped models.
Our test bike was a 2001 Dyna with 13,000 miles on the original OEM cam chain tensioners. We ran another 13,000 miles on our tensioner pads to duplicate the miles and conditions.
They also used, and I can’ remember the technical name of the chain, an older chain design. Indeed the cam chain shoes would wear out partly because of the shoe and partly because of the chain. Harley recommended getting them checked between 35 and 40K miles. Problem is they could give out ANY time and were not covered under warranty.
What was the problem with the Twin Cams?
The problem that haunted most of these early twin cam models was the fact that the chains were made with sharp ridges on the outer plates that quickly ate away at the plastic tensioner. being spring loaded, there was always constant pressure on that chain, unlike newer models where the tensioners fill with oil.
How many miles does a silent cam chain have?
My original chain system (silent) has 47k miles and the shoes were not too bad, considering the system. Guess my chains were fairly smooth. Just happened to pull the cam support plate out and noticed that one of the inboard cam beariing races had a few minor pits so I decided to change the whole set-up.
What should spark plug temperature be on twin cam tensioner?
We ran another 13,000 miles on our tensioner pads to duplicate the miles and conditions. The bike was ran on a full chassis dyno. The engine Temperature range was from 230 – 250 degrees at the base of the “V” and the cylinder head temperature ranged from 320 – 350 degrees at the spark plug area.
Can a cam chain tensioner be replaced on a road King?
Just curious for the NEXT time I replace the cam chain tensioner on my 05 Road King Classic. Cheers. Does the new hydraulic cam chain tensioner truely significantly outlast the old style?
Our test bike was a 2001 Dyna with 13,000 miles on the original OEM cam chain tensioners. We ran another 13,000 miles on our tensioner pads to duplicate the miles and conditions. The bike was ran on a full chassis dyno.
What kind of maintenance does a twin cam Harley Davidson do?
I have been inside the cam chest a couple of times for maintenance, including tensioner shoe replacement, servicing the oil pump, and cam bearing replacement, and I don’t have a problem doing that. My engine does not consume any oil, the exhaust is clean and dry, it runs great and I think my noises are normal.
How much does a cam tensioner kit cost?
The kit at 429. and the push rods at 140. and cam case gasket… say 600 $$ and 400/500 for the labor= 1000 to 1100$ so I would say 1400 is a little steep! Hope Chopper might weigh in here as I may be OFF on the labor end…
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.