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    Cam Chain Adjustment Problems

    Thanks guys! @XStretchified650 what was your reason for switching to the E-type. How are things going after changing to the new E type adjuster? Thanks Anthony
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    Cam Chain Adjustment Problems

    Hey 5twins thanks for the input, I actually went to bed last night thinking the same thing. Either way, I'll check the out to make sure it's plaric-free since the loseness and slapping might well have taken that cam guide lose. gggGary that sounds right, right? 5twins: are the cam chain...
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    Cam Chain Adjustment Problems

    Hey @gggGary, the engine actually sounds really good apart from the metal clanking which I have to assume is the cam chain clanking around cause its so damn lose, or otherwise valve lash from poorly adjusted valves. Nothing that matched the sound you described. Does checking the filters have...
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    Cam Chain Adjustment Problems

    Well, its definitely type D. I took it out, measured it and it's type D exactly. I also took note that the spring looks exactly as new or worn as the one in the example image you showed me (i counted the # of coils that cover the shoulder of the end of the pushrod, 4 in the image and 4 on mine...
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    first time cam chain replacement

    I'm about to undergo my first cam chain replacement, i've never even taken a jug apart. I have seen the above videos, are there any videos out there since this thread was posted that are more specific to cam chain replacement only? Thanks! Anthony 1978 XS650
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    Cam Chain Adjustment Problems

    @downeaser, @Paulrxs650, @5twins, you guys are all saviors! Thank you so much for your help. I've attached 4 images. 1: Bolted, just to see the type. Based on this image and following images, it is definitely type D. My bike's a 1978 xs650, so that corresponds. The drastic amount that the...
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    Cam Chain Adjustment Problems

    Hi All, I am having some issues with my Cam Chain adjustment. Have owned my 1978 xs650 for two weeks, has it checked up with a mechanic before I purchased it and he gave me the usual list of maintenance issues that need to be taken care of on an older bike, but the general ok. Issue at...
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    New 650 Owner, Introduction

    Hi All, I am having some issues with my Cam Chain adjustment. Have owned my 1978 xs650 for two weeks, has it checked up with a mechanic before I purchased it and he gave me the usual list of maintenance issues that need to be taken care of on an older bike, but the general ok. Issue at...
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