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Old Feb 19, 2023 | 06:46 PM
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How much timing chain play is too much?
I think this is too much.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/H97g8RSWqguecZam7
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Old Feb 19, 2023 | 06:55 PM
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Yes, you’re right, see the flat spots on the outside or top of the chain links, they’ve been rubbing something, top guide or the front guide!
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Old Feb 19, 2023 | 07:49 PM
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It's still running, so I caught it in time.
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Old Feb 19, 2023 | 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by mongo
It's still running, so I caught it in time.
Yes you did. What does that thing sound like starting up? I'd do the chain soon.
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Old Feb 19, 2023 | 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by greg8453
Yes you did. What does that thing sound like starting up? I'd do the chain soon.
it doesn't sound bad at all, even in cold weather. I pulled the cover just to do an inspection because I'm getting close to 150,00 miles.
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