checking timing chain slack

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Short of removing the timing cover on a pre-MK3 Commando, is there a quick & simple way to get a warm fuzzy that chain slack is OK? I'm thinking like putting a wrench on the crankshaft nut and seeing how many degrees of movement it takes before the ignition rotor moves. Is that logical?
 
the advance/retard cam has its own amount of slack/slop so, on the retaining bolt would be better. keep in mind that these chains seem to have an inherent tight spot so your readings may change . Its worth a try but not sure if its a good method . post your results
 
Take off the inlet & exhaust valve covers. turn over the motor until valve overlap at TDC.. if you have a dial gauge mount this as well
Rock the crank to & fro to see if there's any lag....
This is a very very rough guide, so removing the cover is the only real accurate way of doing it.

Malc
 
olympus said:
Take off the inlet & exhaust valve covers. turn over the motor until valve overlap at TDC.. if you have a dial gauge mount this as well
Rock the crank to & fro to see if there's any lag....
This is a very very rough guide, so removing the cover is the only real accurate way of doing it.

Malc
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OK, so basically that's watching for valve train movement while rocking the crankshaft. Anybody wager a guess how much lag there would be on a healthy motor?

I replaced the timing chain and tensioner some 7 years ago and haven't revisited the adjustment. I'm trying to convince myself it's not necessary...
 
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