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    Engine Question

    Is it OK to turn an engine counterclockwise?
    If not why?
    I think I have read that you shouldn't somewhere. I am curious why.

    Thanks

    #2
    You shouldn't, it has to do with the cam chain tensioner not being designed for it.

    But if you did turn it backwards it probably didn't hurt anything.
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      #3
      I turn them backwards all the time during assembly & cam degreeing. Never been an issue. Ray.

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        #4
        You won't do any damage to an engine turning it in the reverse direction. I suppose you could prematurely wear the pads on a points based ignition if you sat there turning and turning and turning, or engage the starter clutch.

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