WebJun 14, 2009 · 156 Posts. #2 · Jun 14, 2009. I dont know much about tuning, but I would say if its not the tune, theres a good possibility its the cam timing. When my buddy and I did my polluter cam install we retarded it a tooth. It wasn't tuned and with a big cam like the polluter I didn't think there was anything wrong. WebJan 12, 2016 · Listed below are 5 of the symptoms of a worn out timing chain. If you notice any of these warning signs, it's advised you contact a local mechanic as soon as possible to diagnose the exact cause and make appropriate repairs as needed. 1. Engine misfires or runs poorly. There are two ways to achieve valve timing in a combustion engine.
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WebMar 29, 2024 · Kindly note that a bad tensioner makes the chain go loose and it may soon start hitting other parts. Hence, the noise from the engine as you drive, and this sound … WebJun 7, 2004 · I believe timing is off by a tooth one way or the other... somebodyanybody:help Please! Put the engine up on tdc (indicated by your crank pulley). take the distributor off and make sure the drive spindle key (cresent, moon shape notch) is in the 11-11:30 o'clock position (looking at it from side of engine). define it project manager
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WebDec 14, 2002 · three teeth off is noise from valve to piston contact and a rough idle and very poor running condition. a simple way to check cam timing is to do a compression test. if cam timing is off on one bank then compression will be low on all cylinders on that bank. this holds for one two or more teeth off also. WebDec 19, 2012 · 2,709 Posts. #7 · Dec 15, 2012. From the DIY the markings on the timing belt is to ensure that it goes on identically to how the old belt goes on (matching the number of teeth). It's vital that the crank pulley aligns with it's TDC mark the same time the cam sprocket aligns to it's mark on the valve cover. WebSep 9, 2004 · Rudy. If it is an auto decomp cam, you will lose much of the benifit of the auto decomp feature. If you can get it started, it should run, but may now be YZ or WR timed, depending which bike you have. However, if you go the other way, and your intake cam is off a tooth, it may not start at all, or flood out. Just guessing with the intake, but I ... define iwo jima