Thread: Changed Timing Chain - Can't Crank Engine by Hand
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Old 04-17-2009, 04:38 PM
Brian Carlton Brian Carlton is offline
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Originally Posted by bigmaq View Post
Ok, so I took the easiest approach first and repositioned the cam. Moved the chain back 1/2 link but still at 15 degrees. Moved back another 1/2 link and I'm about 1 degree (?) before 0. Turned the crank over a couple of times to make sure I'm not binding on a valve. Am I ready to put everything together and fire her up or is there anything else to check.

Thanks,
bigmaq
You're good to go..........with the IP timing in question. If it's out, the engine will start and run..........but with considerably lower power than you had previously.

Good luck.
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