Should I be concerned?
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Should I be concerned?
I did a search and didn't find the answer. I'm sure this has come up before so, I apologize, but I need to know.
I just purchased an '06 Ultra Classic.
I was told that the twin cam motors, prior to '06, had an issue with the spring cam chain tensioner. I was told that they could wear out early and cause the cam chain to destruct.
I've also heard that there is an upgrade to a hydraulic tensioner.
First: Is this really a problem?
Second: If it's a problem, will just replacing the plastic tensioner pad be enough?
Third: Is it worth it to upgrade to the hydraulic tensioner and new oil pump?
I just purchased an '06 Ultra Classic.
I was told that the twin cam motors, prior to '06, had an issue with the spring cam chain tensioner. I was told that they could wear out early and cause the cam chain to destruct.
I've also heard that there is an upgrade to a hydraulic tensioner.
First: Is this really a problem?
Second: If it's a problem, will just replacing the plastic tensioner pad be enough?
Third: Is it worth it to upgrade to the hydraulic tensioner and new oil pump?
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I did a search and didn't find the answer. I'm sure this has come up before so, I apologize, but I need to know.
I just purchased an '06 Ultra Classic.
I was told that the twin cam motors, prior to '06, had an issue with the spring cam chain tensioner. I was told that they could wear out early and cause the cam chain to destruct.
I've also heard that there is an upgrade to a hydraulic tensioner.
First: Is this really a problem?
Second: If it's a problem, will just replacing the plastic tensioner pad be enough?
Third: Is it worth it to upgrade to the hydraulic tensioner and new oil pump?
I just purchased an '06 Ultra Classic.
I was told that the twin cam motors, prior to '06, had an issue with the spring cam chain tensioner. I was told that they could wear out early and cause the cam chain to destruct.
I've also heard that there is an upgrade to a hydraulic tensioner.
First: Is this really a problem?
Second: If it's a problem, will just replacing the plastic tensioner pad be enough?
Third: Is it worth it to upgrade to the hydraulic tensioner and new oil pump?
If you plan on keeping your bike, and have 30k do an upgrade. Did you have a mechanic inspect your bike? There are other issues like engine mounts, caliper rebuilds, depending on mileage, and previous maintenance.
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Thanks for the info. A mechanic had looked at the bike, but I don't know if he specifically looked for this issue. Inspecting the cam tensioner pads should only take a few minutes
The bike has about 32k on it so, I will definitely look into this
The bike has about 32k on it so, I will definitely look into this
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You have options. If they are worn......you can replace them with factory pads, or you can get aftermarket ones by Cyco. Less than $100
http://www.harleydavidsontensioner.com/
Or you can do the complete cam chest upgrade.......but it's spendy.....about $500 in parts and another couple hundred min in labor. If you aren't putting a ton of miles on the bike or you're a casual rider you may want to consider just replacing the pads if they're worn or just inspecting them every 5-10k miles.
http://www.harleydavidsontensioner.com/
Or you can do the complete cam chest upgrade.......but it's spendy.....about $500 in parts and another couple hundred min in labor. If you aren't putting a ton of miles on the bike or you're a casual rider you may want to consider just replacing the pads if they're worn or just inspecting them every 5-10k miles.
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