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I'd try to fish that thing out before pulling the head.Ed
To measure is to know.
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lettuceman44
Since I took the camshafts off I'll have to retime it anyways, which honestly makes me feel better because I trust myself more than the previous owner :P
I have no idea how to fish it out with tools in hand. I guess I'll try to rig something up. Need to find a nice rigid long apparatus.
Is the reason for fishing it out first is to potentially save time by not having to take the head off?
If the valves are bent, will it keep the engine from turning? I don't want to risk more damage. Is it safe to crank the engine once I fish that piece out?
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Pretty sure the valves are not bent. If they were you would have a bunch of valve clearance because the valve wouldn't seat.Ed
To measure is to know.
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Originally posted by lettuceman44 View PostIs it safe to crank the engine once I fish that piece out?Current:
Z1300A5 Locomotive (swapped my Intruder for it), GS450 Cafe Project (might never finish it....), XT500 Commuter (I know - it's a Yamaha :eek:)
Past:
VL1500 Intruder (swapped for Z1300), ZX9R Streetfighter (lets face it - too fast....), 1984 GSX750EF, 1984 GSX1100EF (AKA GS1150)
And a bunch of other crap Yamahas....
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Try using a metal coat hanger and/or a long pencil-type magnet to fish out the half-moon (if that's what it really is).
Looking back at a previous post (#3), you said something about the #2 mark on the intake cam pointing UP. There is no #2 mark on the intake cam, it is on the EXHAUST cam. The mark on the intake cam is #3.
Also, when counting the pins between the #2 and #3 marks, be sure you count correctly. The pin that is directly over the #2 mark is your #1 pin, so don't start counting with the one next to it. Similarly, your last pin (whatever that number is) will be directly over mark #3.
Finally, be sure to install the cam chain tensioner correctly. The instructions call for retracting the plunger and locking it in place with the setscrew. Install the tensioner, release the setscrew. Turn the screw back in until it stops, then back off 1/4 to 1/2 turn and lock it in that position with the locknut. Too many times, guys will turn it in until it stops and lock it there. With it locked there, the tensioner is not free to move and do its job.
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lettuceman44
I GOT IT OUT. YEAAAAAAAAAAAA.
It was that half moon rubber piece.
Thank you for the information hillsy and Steve(thanks for that spreadsheet btw). Tomorrow I'll make sure everything gets put back together properly.
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lettuceman44
Hey what do you guys use to lube the camshaft lobes and bearing journals? Does it have to be Moly lube that the manual says?
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Motor oil is fine. Fill up the area around each bucket and coat the cams really well. Shell Rotella 15W-40 is the forum favorite oil.Ed
To measure is to know.
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lettuceman44
Everything is fine, engine hand cranks no problem now. Timing is also set.
Thank you guys all for the help. Now on to valve adjustment.
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Originally posted by Nessism View PostShell Rotella 15W-40 is the forum favorite oil.
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mine: 2000 Honda GoldWing GL1500SE and 1980 GS850G'K' "Junior"
hers: 1982 GS850GL - "Angel" and 1969 Suzuki T250 Scrambler
#1 son: 1986 Yamaha Venture Royale 1300 and 1982 GS650GL "Rat Bagger"
#2 son: 1980 GS1000G
Family Portrait
Siblings and Spouses
Mom's first ride
Want a copy of my valve adjust spreadsheet for your 2-valve per cylinder engine? Send me an e-mail request (not a PM)
(Click on my username in the upper-left corner for e-mail info.)
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