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cam chain tensioner
Posted: Tue Sep 22, 2015 7:12 pm
Author: Dookbob
could someone tell me the procedure for adjusting the cam chain tensioner on a 1977 Z1000. The one on the back of the block adjacent to the oil pressure switch. I have had mine apart and the plunger is not reacting to the spring pressure, it apears to be fixed in one position. I only took it off to remove the starter motor. The Haynes manual doesn,t give me a clue at all.
Posted: Tue Sep 22, 2015 7:47 pm
Author: z1bman
the tensioner is locked in position by the 6mm bolt on the side of the tensioner body to release it undo the 6mm bolt
Posted: Tue Sep 22, 2015 7:52 pm
Author: ADE
It should have a bolt on the top with a nut.Undo and it should tension then re-tighten.You should be able to get the starter motor out without taking it off.Do not turn the engine over without it in.
Ade
cam chain tensioner
Posted: Tue Sep 22, 2015 8:07 pm
Author: Dookbob
Thanks for that chaps, thats answered my question.
Posted: Tue Sep 22, 2015 8:23 pm
Author: 000zeds
The tensioner should only be used or removed when engine is set at TDC 1+4 cylinders
Posted: Wed Sep 23, 2015 7:18 pm
Author: ADRIAN H
twozeds wrote:The tensioner should only be used or removed when engine is set at TDC 1+4 cylinders
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