87gtNOS
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posted May 14, 2008 05:50 AM
CONCOURS Cam Chain tensioner install?!!!
Alright....I have the Concours tensioner here.
The ZX14 service manual says once you insert the NEW tensioner, you must remove valve cover and insert long flat screwdriver to release the tensioner as the tensioner is being locked in place by a circlip. You will HEAR it release......
So much for this being an easy job?
Any engine gurus care to share any info on this?
Thanks.
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07 ZX14 - YEAH BABY!
03 ZX9R-traded in for the 14!!! June 07!
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87gtNOS
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posted May 15, 2008 07:19 AM
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07 ZX14 - YEAH BABY!
03 ZX9R-traded in for the 14!!! June 07!
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jdzx14
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posted May 15, 2008 09:53 AM
Its pretty much like a paper clip with a round head on it to grab onto. Its holds the tension on it so you can install it. Just pull the pin out to release it. Make sure you have it bolted and in the right position cause you will have to take it back off to press it back in to install the clip again.
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Lowering links, Brocks Strap Kit, Muzzy Full 4-2-1, No files, PC3, BMC Race filter, 6 inch extensions,16/44, Shinko 003 Ultra Soft..... SOLD!!!!!
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87gtNOS
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posted May 15, 2008 09:56 AM
Yes, I know how it works...so are you saying to release it, then install it, released?
There is no way to release it once it is installed, unless I remove the valve cover and insert a long screwdriver to hit the clip.
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01 ZX12R
07 ZX14 - YEAH BABY!
03 ZX9R-traded in for the 14!!! June 07!
05 636-traded in for the 9 Sept 05
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jdzx14
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posted May 15, 2008 02:35 PM
You cant relese it then install it...its not possible. You have to install then release!!!
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Lowering links, Brocks Strap Kit, Muzzy Full 4-2-1, No files, PC3, BMC Race filter, 6 inch extensions,16/44, Shinko 003 Ultra Soft..... SOLD!!!!!
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jdzx14
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posted May 15, 2008 02:36 PM
You cant relese it then install it...its not possible. You have to install then release!!!
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2007 Black ZX-14
Lowering links, Brocks Strap Kit, Muzzy Full 4-2-1, No files, PC3, BMC Race filter, 6 inch extensions,16/44, Shinko 003 Ultra Soft..... SOLD!!!!!
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BIGZXDADDY
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posted May 15, 2008 03:02 PM
pulling the valve cover isn't very hard and should only take around two hours the first time you do it
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