Manual Cam chain tensioner

[diesel_lv]

I have a '79 GS750E which I am putting Keihen CR29 carbs on. The stock auto adjusting cam chain tensioner is interfering with the install. I also prefer a manual adjuster.

Does anyone know where I can get one. I ordered one from APE but it must be for a 4v motor. It only has two holes. The 79 has three holes and its base is shaped similar to a triangle. Any help is greatly appreciated

[doctorgonzo]

The two hole APE fits both the 2 valve per cylinder as well as the 4v per cylinder motors (the larger ones like 850, 1000, 1100, etc...). I have never seen one with the triangular base like you are talking about. You can fabricate one though. Use the old tensioner as a template for the base, drill the three mounting holes, drill a hole in the middle, tap it, weld a nut on the end of a bolt to press against the guide, etc... Bit of a PIA, but I know people have made them in the garage. there may be a thread on it.

[diesel_lv]

Thats what I'm thinking, making my own. It is a PIA for such a simple thing tho. Thanks for th reply tho.

[Nessism]

The 750 and 850 use a different tensioner than the 450/550/1000/?? - the tensioner body is different. Not sure why Suzuki changed but aparently they had their reasons.