550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

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550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

28 Jun 2021 13:54

The cap is stuck and I dont want to overdo the pressure to remove it. Been putting blaster on it and letting it sit all night. No luck.
any suggestions.

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Re: 550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

28 Jun 2021 14:20

#850851

LIGHT tapping, a little heat, and maybe a little Prayer?

Good Luck! Mike

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Re: 550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

30 Jun 2021 06:21

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For heat, use an electric heat gun, or if you are desperate and she is not at home, a hair dryer.

Do not use anything with a flame that close to carburetors full of gasoline.

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Re: 550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

30 Jun 2021 08:57

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You'll get it off.

Just beware when putting it back on.

Those things really don't like being overtightened - they shear along the threads. If that happens you'll need a replacement CCT body.

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Re: 550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

30 Jun 2021 17:49

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Thank you

no prayers needed. In anger or otherwise. Used heat, by riding. Then tapping. Put end of wrench against it and tapped with rubber mallet. A socket by hand removed it. I was surprised that there is no washer.
i reinstalled with very little tightening.

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Re: 550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

30 Jun 2021 18:16

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There is supposed to be a soft aluminum washer between the cap and the tensioner body.

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Re: 550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

30 Jun 2021 18:30

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Oh great. I better get a closer look.

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Re: 550 auto cam chain tensioner cap

03 Jul 2021 17:00

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Number 7 in the diagram. Looks like it is still available, though a bit pricy. I’d be tempted to check the nearest hardware store.

www.partzilla.com/catalog/kawasaki/motor...ensioner-80-81-a1-a2

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