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Old Nov 28, 2011 | 04:48 PM
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I don't think the stock compensator for an 05 has any kind of replacement other than another part just like it. I just replaced my compensator spring pack today and noticed the new one didn't rattle like the old one did after 60K. Apparently, the spring compresses over time leaving room for it to rattle around in there.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2011 | 04:58 PM
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Yep read alot on the comps! But no bang on startup, and haven't seen anything on clunking sound!
 
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Old Nov 29, 2011 | 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Captain Itch
The reason I mentioned to check the ring gear as I had several broken teeth but the starter and everything else were fine..If you look close on the upper right hand you will see trouble..Hope this helps.

Both pics help so much, Thanks for taking the time to share I am going to tear it down later this week and i will post info.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2011 | 11:03 AM
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Might I add to install an automatic primary chain adjuster while in there, and if you do replace the starter drive, be very sure you install the ball and spring inside the shaft. I listened to the parts guy who said the new one came with them. My fault for not checking.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2011 | 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by bagman1
Might I add to install an automatic primary chain adjuster while in there....
Anyone got a part number or source? And has this replacement tensioner been proven over time? Is that it in Itch's primary picture? I'll be replacing my comp in a couple of weeks and I will install one of these if it's definitely the way to go compared to the stock shoe tensioner. Thanks for any info.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2011 | 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Lowcountry Joe
Anyone got a part number or source? And has this replacement tensioner been proven over time? Is that it in Itch's primary picture? I'll be replacing my comp in a couple of weeks and I will install one of these if it's definitely the way to go compared to the stock shoe tensioner. Thanks for any info.
I dont have a part number but i have 98,000 miles on my original tensioner. There is a revision from the first auto tensioner but dont have that number either.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2011 | 08:55 PM
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Im at work so I dont have access to a part number, but I run the stock HD one, have 40k and when I pulled it apart to install the SE Comp there was hardley any wear on the shoe, I put a new chain in for GP and the new chain adjustment was the same as the one I took out. There will be a lot of different opinions about an adjuster on the forum, but Im running 111/115 for over 4 years and never had an issue.
If Im not mistaken the auto adjusters were standard from 07 on.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2011 | 12:05 PM
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i will check into that automatic tensioner, My shoe looked good when i was in there a couple of weeks ago but my chain had gotten loose i put it back between 5/8 & 7/8 play
 
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http://youtu.be/LlCZ4FU8tAE

here is a video of my bike i cant see any thing wrong with any of the teeth, can u guys take a look
 
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Old Dec 1, 2011 | 09:06 AM
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Teeth look good. Still thinking its a starter clutch or corroded solenoid.
 
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