1979 Harley Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster "chain tension" Questions

all i want to know is on the timing chain does the tenchiner go on top or bottom How is the setup? You have a bar that is attached to the primary and the tensioner rides up and down in some notches? ...

...tension on the chain. Screwing the screw inward tightens the chain, outward loosens it. Do not tighten the chain too tight. As the engine warms up and expands, the chain will become tighter. If you ...

...tension and it wont engage at all. I tried starting it, and a loud sound came from the case, and it didnt sound good. Should i inspect the clutch and open the case? What might the problem be? Yeah, ...

tension on the primary chain by removing the "plug" at the top of the primary cover. You want 3/4" to 7/8" up and down play in the chain with the engine cold. On the adjuster, as you're installing the

chain tension with - Countershaft sprocket centerline, the swingarm bolt centerline, and the rear axle nut centerline - ALL THREE IN A STRAIGHT LINE....Use a yardstick to make sure they are IN LINE!!!

...tension the timing chain where is the tensioner and proper procedure to tighten the timing chain It has an automatic cam chain tensioner. If you are getting cam chain rattle, I would look at worn ...

timming chain adjustment Need to know how to adjust timming chain on fz600 1986 and if there are any torque requirments Most likely you have anautomatic cam chain tensioner, which cannot be tensioned,

vt500 c ticking sound. Cam chain tensioners pretty sure its the cam chain tensioner springs. lost their spring If its been making this noise for a while what else would i need to replace. cam chain? ...

...heard of the cam chain getting dirty. There is a mechanism on the front of the engine to tension the chain on that bike I believe. I would try tightening the tension a bit to see if that will

...a chain riveter to sort out the joint. Don't be tempted to use a split link as your bike is too big and powerful for one. Adjust your chain tension checking for tight spots etc. Apply lube and