2 questions Cam chain and stator

[brianedonovan]

I am having an issue with my engine rotating freely when I install the cam chain tensioner. I have followed instructions to adjust it all the way in let it free and auto set.
The issue is when installed fully retracted the engine turns maybe a 1 quarter then stops, the same in the other direction. Without the tensioner in the engine turns through the whole cycle with no resistance.
Second I removed the stator and the 3 bearings fell out and I would like to know how they go back in. I am having issues uploading an image of what I have....


Brian Donovan
1979 Suzuki GS550E

[BassCliff]

Hi,

The engine will get hard to turn on the compression strokes, unless the spark plugs have been removed. Or are you are hearing a definite "clunk" when the engine stops?

You'll find a guide on how to post pictures on my website.

Did pieces of one of these #9 bearings fall out?



You're not really supposed to turn the engine if the cam chain tensioner has been removed. Let's hope the chain hasn't jumped a tooth or worse. Have a look at these:

Cam Chain Tensioner Repair
Reset Cam Chain Tensioner

...and from Mr. bwringer: http://bwringer.com/gs/camchaintens.html

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[brianedonovan]

The pieces #5 fell out, I assumed it went in that way but very difficult to do.
The plugs are out, and the only difficult time is when tensioner is in.There is no sound just a dead stop turning it by hand.
My fear is that the chain jumped a tooth.
I will check out the attached.

[dueller]

I was gonna say, check your valve train timing. Set up your crank at TDC and make sure intake and exhaust cam gears are at the proper spots. If jumped, may be piston striking a valve which isn't real bad unless you forced it!