Without knowing what you are riding I can tell you this:
1999-2006
Harley Davidson introduced the Twin Cam motor. In order to run the valve train Harley went to a cam chain tensioner set up utilizing a spring loaded shoe putting pressure on the cam chain with push rods.
What year did Harley Davidson fix the cam chain tensioners?
| Year Torque | Shovelhead 1966 62 ft lbs | Evolution 1984 69 ft lbs | Twin Cam 88 1999 82 ft lbs | Twin Cam 96 2007 92 ft lbs |
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How long do Harley hydraulic cam chain tensioners last?
I don't object to spending the extra money on any of the cam design upgrade options (hydraulic, gear drive, etc), but the truth is, you can leave the existing design in place, replace the tensioners with new ones and expect to get another 40K-50K miles out of them. For most people that's
5-10 years of service
.
How much does it cost to replace a cam chain tensioner?
The average cost to replace timing chain tensioner is around
US$1000 to US$1600
. In which the service is around US$600 to US$1000 while aftermarket auto parts are estimated between US$450 and US$600.
When did Harley switch to twin cam?
The Harley-Davidson Twin-Cam V-twin was introduced in
1998
.
Which is better twin cam or Evo?
Re: Evo v Twin Cam Dyna
There are some clear differences between the engines. Essentially, the
Evo
engine has a much more efficient combustion chamber and head design, and can produce more horsepower and torque than the TC 88 for a given cylinder volume. However, the TC 88 has a better lifter design.
What year did Harley not buy?
1981
was a notoriously bad year for Harley, produced while the company was still run by AMF. It's a neat-looking track-focused bike, but that's about it. The XR-750 was notoriously underpowered, unreliable, and most of all had balance issues that could easily cause the rider to lose control of the bike.
How do you know if your cam chain tensioner is bad?
You would notice some signs that tell that the chain tensioner is failing, and you can conduct a further inspection to see if there is a need for a replacement. These symptoms often include a knocking sound,
check engine light turning on, and an engine misfiring
.
Can I change timing chain tensioner myself?
If you plan to replace a timing chain yourself, you will need to find the correct procedure to set the timing when a new chain is installed. You can find this type of information
in the service manual
for your vehicle. In old-style pushrod engines, replacing the timing chain is a fairly easy task.
How long does it take to replace timing chain tensioner?
Oftentimes, it's going to take a mechanic
between 4 and 6 hours
to complete a timing chain replacement job from start to finish.
How many miles will a Twin Cam 103 last?
I absolutely say the 103 will run you well past
150,000 miles
. Keep it serviced as others say and ride on. Oh wait, you will have to replace the comp a time or two during the 150,000 miles, but the engine will hang in.
Are Harley 96 and 103 heads the same?
Yes the heads are same valve and chamber size
for both motors.
How long will a Harley Evo engine last?
Keep it stock as far as bore (the cases are the weakest thing on an Evo) maintain it properly and you'll have an engine that will last
150,000 easy
.
Is a Sportster a twin cam?
Unlike almost any other engine in production today, the Sportster Evolution
uses one cam per engine overhead valve
, resulting in four individual, single-lobe, gear-driven camshafts.
Is the m8 a twin cam?
For 2017, Harley-Davidson is launching the ninth generation of its venerable Big Twin, called the
Milwaukee-Eight
. It is named in honor of its birthplace and its number of valves—twice as many as found on the Twin Cam motor that's been in the lineup since 1999.
Is an Evo a twin cam?
| Harley Evo Twin Cam | Single gear-driven cam Dual chain-driven cams |
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