Cam Chain Tensioner Leak?

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  • ryonker

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    Cam Chain Tensioner Leak?

    Anybody experienced a cam chain tensioner leak?

    At first I thought it was my oil cooler adapter. But on further inspection it looks like it could be my cam chain tensioner. There is evidence of a leak (like dirty oil below it).

    What needs to be done? Is there an gasket behind it?

    Thanks!

    Rick
  • Jethro
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    Yes, get a new gasket from your dealer, mine actually had it in stock when I last replaced one, take it off and follow instructions on resetting your cam chain tensioner and re-installing it. I imagine Basscliffs site has it, but a search should also turn it up. Whatever you do, don't just crank down on the bolts to it in an effort to stop the leak... ask me how well those #8 bolts grip in the block... they strip easy.
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    • ryonker

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      Thanks Jethro!

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      • Guest

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        • ryonker

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          Thanks psguy. I will order stuff today!

          Rick

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          • Guest

            #6
            Originally posted by ryonker
            Thanks psguy. I will order stuff today!

            Rick
            no worries, the credit really goes to mr "bwringer"

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