Thanks Lorne - my understanding of your cam chain issue is that you are supposed to brace the chain with a 'suitably' sized block of wood or a screwdriver handle at the chain guide runner in the crankcase whilst installing the tensioner to prevent the slackness you describe. The new tensioner will only take up the chain tension once it is supplied with oil under some pressure and the ratchet pops out, taking up the slack - regards, Rich
Yes, on my 800XC you have to wedge something against the guide to take up slack while you tighten down the holder. Then remove the wedge and turn the engine by hand while still pressing lightly against guide until you feel the tensioner release and do its job. See Muddy Sump's video doing the same job.
Thank you, I have to do my shims soon.
Thanks Lorne - my understanding of your cam chain issue is that you are supposed to brace the chain with a 'suitably' sized block of wood or a screwdriver handle at the chain guide runner in the crankcase whilst installing the tensioner to prevent the slackness you describe. The new tensioner will only take up the chain tension once it is supplied with oil under some pressure and the ratchet pops out, taking up the slack - regards, Rich
Yes, on my 800XC you have to wedge something against the guide to take up slack while you tighten down the holder. Then remove the wedge and turn the engine by hand while still pressing lightly against guide until you feel the tensioner release and do its job. See Muddy Sump's video doing the same job.
@@650thumper next time will try that, thanks
Is the cam chain a 128 link ?
@@heinvdwalt3618 The cam drive chain for a Triumph Tiger 1200 XCx has 138 links. The OEM part number for this chain is T1141210.