Future cam chain tensioner problems....again?
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It looks like just one, correct?
If it only has one tensioner at least its a lot easier than two (looks simple enough)... once you get to it
you don't have to pull the cam plate or the cams (or make/buy a tool to remove it).
Gears require much higher tolerances, that drives the cost up.
Less profit, or higher prices for the bikes.
Fine line between tolerances and cost, customer wants a less expensive product that is made better and last longer.
Company stock holders want more profit from there investment.
Some one has to bend over and take one for the team
You can guess who its going to be, at least it looks like an easy job.
I don't mind a job the designer made easy, have to wait and see.
If it only has one tensioner at least its a lot easier than two (looks simple enough)... once you get to it
you don't have to pull the cam plate or the cams (or make/buy a tool to remove it).Gears require much higher tolerances, that drives the cost up.
Less profit, or higher prices for the bikes.
Fine line between tolerances and cost, customer wants a less expensive product that is made better and last longer.
Company stock holders want more profit from there investment.
Some one has to bend over and take one for the team
You can guess who its going to be, at least it looks like an easy job.
I don't mind a job the designer made easy, have to wait and see.
Last edited by GRWHD; Aug 26, 2016 at 07:38 AM.
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I know why. Crank run out greater than .003
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That setup is fine, they've been using them on cars for years. The tensioner will be easy to replace when the time comes.
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I haven't tore down anything much newer than 90s cars. I haven't seen one. Guess lower quality is wide spread
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