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Message started by tbalam on 02/25/07 at 14:38:34

Title: cam tensioner and head cover gasket?
Post by tbalam on 02/25/07 at 14:38:34

Is there a gasket for the head cover? I can't find it on ron ayers. Also is there a way to change the cam tensioners and guides without removing the cam?

Last but not least, what is the best way to remove the lower sprocket that is bolted on top of the cam sprocket?

Title: Re: cam tensioner and head cover gasket?
Post by Greg_650 on 02/25/07 at 14:58:18

tbalam wrote:

Is there a gasket for the head cover? I can't find it on ron ayers.

I ain't gonna tell, but...

...You are cordially invited to look at my topic in the Technical Reference section.

Enjoy...;D

http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?board=tech;action=display;num=1099227295

Title: Re: cam tensioner and head cover gasket?
Post by Kropatchek on 02/26/07 at 03:18:17

tbalam wrote:

Last but not least, what is the best way to remove the lower sprocket that is bolted on top of the cam sprocket?

The big nut has to be removed.

Note: LEFTHAND Thread

( Turn clockwise to undo)

Use an impact driver and block the gears ( clutch and primary drive sprocket ) with some pennys.

Greetz
Kropatchek ;D

Title: Re: cam tensioner and head cover gasket?
Post by Greg_650 on 02/26/07 at 05:16:19

tbalam wrote:

Is there a gasket for the head cover? I can't find it on ron ayers. Also is there a way to change the cam tensioners and guides without removing the cam?

No.

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Last but not least, what is the best way to remove the lower sprocket that is bolted on top of the cam sprocket?

Do you have a manual? Have you ever done this kind of thing before?

Title: Re: cam tensioner and head cover gasket?
Post by Greg_650 on 02/26/07 at 05:18:57

Kropatchek wrote:

Yeah. I used a handy scrap of aluminum the other day.

Title: Re: cam tensioner and head cover gasket?
Post by tbalam on 02/26/07 at 18:46:42

Greg_650 wrote:

do you have a manual? Have you ever done this kind of thing before?

Yeah, tons, but on cars that had a whole on the sprocket or something to wedge with a big screwdriver. I just hadn't done it with this bike and I had already took out the clutch basket. so i am going to reinstall and try the penny method.

I got the tensioner out, but haven't had the time to figure out the back guide, yet.

I was really glad i ripped it apart, the tensioner was at 20mm, or the last ratchet tooth. And, when i got in there the clutch basket nut wasn't on at all, it was just floating around behind the springs. I got reeeaaallly lucky with that one. I haven't got a clue as to what happened, I torqued it to spec when i did the clutch a little over a year ago. ???

I must have missed something somewhere, And I feel like an ass none the less.

Title: Re: cam tensioner and head cover gasket?
Post by Greg_650 on 02/26/07 at 20:47:21

tbalam wrote:

Yeah, tons, but on cars...

Oakie doakie. I just wondered.

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And, when i got in there the clutch basket nut wasn't on at all, it was just floating around behind the springs.

DAMMM. What about the lock washer? The one you bend up against the nut? Where was it?