Cam Chain Tensioners ..... just in time (pic)
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From: Clermont, GA, CSA
I cut the rods out, installed adjustables, and went with stock tensioners. I thought about gear drive or hydraulics, but decided on stock this time.
I wouldn't have even known about the 'problem' if it weren't for HD Forums.
THANKS!
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I wouldn't have even known about the 'problem' if it weren't for HD Forums.
THANKS!
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Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2010
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From: NE Ohio
I was mainly wondering because I have a buddy with a 03 RK and hes got around 35k on it.
Depends which way you go, new stock tensioners or the upgrade kit. Also depends on if you go through the top and pull the tank or cut the rods and go with ez-installs. If you don't catch it and it goes boom it depends on what it takes out along the way. Since you have a 2010, there should be minimal worries as you have the new style.
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Sure glad I went hydraulic and this worry is behind me.
I think just putting in the same POS tensioner again is a waste of time and money...do it right the first time and sleep easy
I think just putting in the same POS tensioner again is a waste of time and money...do it right the first time and sleep easy
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Kokomo, IN
Your wisdom just saved you big $$$. I have kept an eye on mine. Replaced the inside one at 43,000 miles cause I cracked it while checking it. Rebuilt the motor at 51,000 miles due to a bad crank. The outside tensioner still looks brand new as well as the inside so I left them alone. Probably gonna check them soon just for peace of mind after the rebuild.