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Cam Chain Tensioner Cracked
Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2014 8:06 pm
Author: wheelysteve
Decided to check out the operation of my cam chain tensioner this afternoon. Removed it and it looks like the metal block in the holder is cracked.Is this a common problem? It's from my Z1B.
Should I be panicking ? Can this bit be sourced separate from the whole tensioner?
Comments please……
Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2014 8:28 pm
Author: ZedHead
Should be a plastic block on the end?
Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2014 8:46 pm
Author: wheelysteve
Just checked, it's definitely steel, my magnet stuck to it…...
Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2014 9:15 pm
Author: z650freak
ZedHead wrote:Should be a plastic block on the end?
Yes has part already sheeted off...can you photo side on!
Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2014 9:23 pm
Author: wheelysteve
Here's a couple more pics
Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2014 9:36 pm
Author: z650freak
Think I would replace before it breaks up....
Posted: Thu Sep 18, 2014 10:30 pm
Author: DogsbolloxofZ1B
That's a standard OEM tensioner unit with correct metal plate on the end. I've had a look but don't have a spare. I'm sure they are still available but pricey.
Perhaps place an 'Wanted' add.
Mike
Posted: Thu Sep 18, 2014 10:53 pm
Author: z1bman
if your not concerned about originality fit one of these
http://www.debben.co.uk/KT1000.html
Posted: Thu Sep 18, 2014 11:02 pm
Author: zpower
+1
I think the A.P.E. ones are cheaper at the moment.
Posted: Fri Sep 19, 2014 7:39 pm
Author: wheelysteve
I want to keep the bike to original spec. I've bought a s/hand one from flea bay….hopefully it's in better nick than mine. Think I'll put a new spring in for peace of mind.
