Cleaned and reinstalled starter motor – cam chain tensioner messed up?

[Brendan W]

They aren't Phillips. They are a thing called JIS. JIS tools can be hard to find. Timing cover screws have probably been off a few times and would be likely loose. On a tight screw a Phillips tool chews up the head. Most replace the originals with socket head cap screws on the side covers.

[johnnykakes]

They aren't Phillips. They are a thing called JIS. JIS tools can be hard to find. Timing cover screws have probably been off a few times and would be likely loose. On a tight screw a Phillips tool chews up the head. Most replace the originals with socket head cap screws on the side covers.

Right, I learned this lesson stripping a few screw heads changing my clutch cable. I ordered a jis impact screwdriver from Amazon so hopefully that solves it - thanks

[Brendan W]

If you do decide to replace them down the line make sure the replacements are the same lengths as the originals. Double check on a parts fiche. Most side covers have two or three different lengths. If you put a long one in the wrong place it might bottom out by not enough to notice but enough to allow a mystery oil leak.

[johnnykakes]

Reinstalled tensioner properly, when I turn the crank by hand resistance feels consistent throughout the turn.. Should I still take my cam head off and check the chain?


edit: the valve cover is stuck there's no way it's coming off. I'm just gonna give it a shot

[johnnykakes]

Starts now. Revs really high, won't idle normally

[Eli69]

sounds like the carbs are the problem now. http://zeus.mtsac.edu/~cliff/storage...ing_Series.pdf

[johnnykakes]

Got everything sorted out! The revs were because of the throttle cable. Adjusted that, then the idle screw and she's purring like a tiger again... So stoked everything's settled. Thanks so much for all the help everyone, even JJ

[JJ]

Got everything sorted out! The revs were because of the throttle cable. Adjusted that, then the idle screw and she's purring like a tiger again... So stoked everything's settled. Thanks so much for all the help everyone, even JJ

LOL.. You're welcome. From one Johnny to another, just remember four letters.

RTFM.

Glad you got it going.