If you have the cams out, then it's safe to crank the engine......as long as the camchain doesn't bunch up at the crank sprocket and lock it.
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If you have the cams out, then it's safe to crank the engine......as long as the camchain doesn't bunch up at the crank sprocket and lock it.
Steve
GS Whisperer
Try using a metal coat hanger and/or a long pencil-type magnet to fish out the half-moon (if that's what it really is).
Looking back at a previous post (#3), you said something about the #2 mark on the intake cam pointing UP. There is no #2 mark on the intake cam, it is on the EXHAUST cam. The mark on the intake cam is #3.
Also, when counting the pins between the #2 and #3 marks, be sure you count correctly. The pin that is directly over the #2 mark is your #1 pin, so don't start counting with the one next to it. Similarly, your last pin (whatever that number is) will be directly over mark #3.
Finally, be sure to install the cam chain tensioner correctly. The instructions call for retracting the plunger and locking it in place with the setscrew. Install the tensioner, release the setscrew. Turn the screw back in until it stops, then back off 1/4 to 1/2 turn and lock it in that position with the locknut. Too many times, guys will turn it in until it stops and lock it there. With it locked there, the tensioner is not free to move and do its job.
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Looking back at a previous post (#3), you said something about the #2 mark on the intake cam pointing UP. There is no #2 mark on the intake cam, it is on the EXHAUST cam. The mark on the intake cam is #3.
Also, when counting the pins between the #2 and #3 marks, be sure you count correctly. The pin that is directly over the #2 mark is your #1 pin, so don't start counting with the one next to it. Similarly, your last pin (whatever that number is) will be directly over mark #3.
Finally, be sure to install the cam chain tensioner correctly. The instructions call for retracting the plunger and locking it in place with the setscrew. Install the tensioner, release the setscrew. Turn the screw back in until it stops, then back off 1/4 to 1/2 turn and lock it in that position with the locknut. Too many times, guys will turn it in until it stops and lock it there. With it locked there, the tensioner is not free to move and do its job.
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lettuceman44
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I GOT IT OUT. YEAAAAAAAAAAAA.
It was that half moon rubber piece.
Thank you for the information hillsy and Steve(thanks for that spreadsheet btw). Tomorrow I'll make sure everything gets put back together properly.
It was that half moon rubber piece.
Thank you for the information hillsy and Steve(thanks for that spreadsheet btw). Tomorrow I'll make sure everything gets put back together properly.
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lettuceman44
Guest
Hey what do you guys use to lube the camshaft lobes and bearing journals? Does it have to be Moly lube that the manual says?
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lettuceman44
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Thank you for all the help!
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lettuceman44
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Everything is fine, engine hand cranks no problem now. Timing is also set.
Thank you guys all for the help. Now on to valve adjustment.
Thank you guys all for the help. Now on to valve adjustment.
