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Noob cam chain tensioner question

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OK - Before I read all the info here and looked at a manual I reached down and rotated the cam chain tensioner knob CCW (cold engine not running). The knob sprang right back when I let it go. Now I know about rebuilding, resetting, etc - but doing that not running didn't change anything, right? Thanks.
 
OK - Before I read all the info here and looked at a manual I reached down and rotated the cam chain tensioner knob CCW (cold engine not running). The knob sprang right back when I let it go. Now I know about rebuilding, resetting, etc - but doing that not running didn't change anything, right? Thanks.
Your'e probably fine. The real danger is that the shaft that pushes on the cam chain guide remains pulled back in the tensioner. Still, you're most likely fine.
 
Silly mistake!

Silly mistake!

I had the cam chain tensioner removed in order to remove my Starter motor. (Silly design on the 1981 GS450)
After repairing the starter I placed it back in position and without thinking I 'tested' it by pressing the start button.

Thankfully my repair was successful and the starter swung/ engine turned but unfortunately I was silly enough to do this without first replacing the cam chain tensioner! (Although I know otherwise!)

Is there any quick and easy way of getting the pushrod and tensioner back in place?

Im kicking myself for being so hasty!!!
 
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