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Best Way to Compress the Chain Tensioner
I have searched the forum but there does not seem to be much on this topic other than to use a C clamp. Wayne's book does not cover it and the Bentley manual suggests Channelock pliers and a 3 mm pin. What is the best way to accomplish this task? The engine is from a 1987 Carrera.
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03-05-2010, 04:16 AM
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I put the tensioner in a vise and slowly turn it down. Once its bled, put an allen in it to hold it collapsed pin.
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03-05-2010, 05:09 AM
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What about while it is still installed in the engine?
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03-05-2010, 05:15 AM
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Pipe wrench, a big one, compress slowly.
Once it is compressed, remove at once.
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03-05-2010, 05:16 AM
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When it is in the engine, just pull it out. Don't worry about compressing it at that point. Then you can use a vise or other methods to compress it, stick a nail (long term) or allen or other small tool in the hole if you are about to put it back in. Walt |
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03-05-2010, 03:53 PM
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Got it.
Thank you all. |
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