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Old 11-12-2002, 12:43 PM
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Originally posted by 240 Ed
It has always been a nerve wracking experience starting an engine which has had its chain off. Probably comes from a twin-cam Fiat I had (god, I loved that car...) in which I put a new head and belt on. I forgot to tension the belt by first turning the engine through by hand to let the tensioner settle in. No wait, I did that but forgot to lock it down, that was it.
Yeah I don't want to shred my investment... I have hand cranked it and chain is tight.. I think everything is locked down.. I'll check that three more times...

lyndongt
Oh a 91 300sl.. not exactly vintage.. you should ask in the tech forum
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