Help. 2006 dyna low rider
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Help. 2006 dyna low rider
Just got done upgrading the charging system. New compensator , stator , voltage regulator and primary chain tensioner. Put everything back together and it want start. Starter turns over and engages flywheel but the engine spins like there is no compression. I'm out of ideas. Any ideas on how to fix or trouble shoot the problem
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If the starter free spins the engine like you took the spark plugs out (no compression), it almost certainly means your cam and crank sprockets weren't aligned correctly when the chain was reinstalled. The 'no compression' is resulting from the valves not opening and closing at the right times.
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Originally Posted by RoadKing6352
I didn't mess with the cam chain side just the primary. Would that still cause the cam chain to be off ?
Do you have a compression tester? If so, use it and post up the results.
Now it's time for me to ask a stupid question. Are the spark plugs in it and tight?
What side of the bike were you working on when you changed the tensioner? Kick stand side or air cleaner side?
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I tried everything. Flipped run switch on and off. Tried cranking in gear with the clutch in. Tried in neutral with clutch in. It would run before I took it apart. I replaced the stator and compensator so that shouldn't have anything to do with it not starting. Brand new voltage regulator. I know it has to be something simple but I've got to be overlooking something
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I found the problem. Thanks for the input. Good ole rookie mistake. I forgot to install the sliding cam piece. I've got a manual on the way. You always learn from your mistakes and it was still cheaper than taking it to the shop
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