Cam Chain Tensioner

paulrogers7364 · June 18, 2019, 19:14

Hi, Guys

I've just replaced the O-ring on my Tensioner using the guide in the "How to" section on this Forum.

I do have a couple of questions, however; I take it you replace the tensioner with the hook uppermost?

Also, when rotating the engine by hand, should you hear just a loud click or a series of clicks similar to using a ratchet?

Just thought I'd check with you guys before starting the engine!

paulj · June 18, 2019, 20:06

Carolyn wrote a helpful How To https://www.mr2roc.org/forum/index.php?topic=56959.0

paulrogers7364 · June 18, 2019, 20:19

Hi, PaulJ

Yep, that was the link I followed.

Still only heard the ratchet type noise though.

Removed the tensioner to check (for justin); it HAD reset itself.

Upon replacing and turning the engine by hand again, I again heard the ratchet type noise again.

PerhapsI wasn't turning the engine quickly enough for the tensioner to reset with a single click?

Carolyn · June 18, 2019, 20:26

Very often, it's a couple of clicks. The first one is the release, the next one (or two) is the tensioner taking slack out as the chain turns.

The tensioner will only go in one way round. If it goes in, you've got it right!

Well done, btw.

paulrogers7364 · June 18, 2019, 20:34

Aux belt tomorrow!

Then time to wash off all the crud underneath / on the engine.

(Special thanks to whoever used a LOAD of silicone sealer around the tensioner baseplate; it was even on the VERY flat O ring!)

m1tch · June 19, 2019, 07:00

Quote from: paulrogers7364 on June 18, 2019, 20:34

Aux belt tomorrow!

Then time to wash off all the crud underneath / on the engine.

(Special thanks to whoever used a LOAD of silicone sealer around the tensioner baseplate; it was even on the VERY flat O ring!)

Its probably because the Toyota OEM O ring isn't fit for long term use, its why you replace it with Viton rather than an OEM O ring else it will just start leaking again! You should see the back of my engine with the amount of oil there is!

paulrogers7364 · June 19, 2019, 10:24

I have a spare Viton oil seal if anyone wants it!

thetyrant · June 20, 2019, 12:50

Quote from: paulrogers7364 on June 19, 2019, 10:24I have a spare Viton oil seal if anyone wants it!

Do you still have it ? ive just noticed a slight weep out of my tensioner

Carolyn · June 20, 2019, 12:57

Quote from: thetyrant on June 20, 2019, 12:50
Quote from: paulrogers7364 on June 19, 2019, 10:24I have a spare Viton oil seal if anyone wants it!

Do you still have it ? ive just noticed a slight weep out of my tensioner

I keep a stock of them. PM your address and I'll send one. Small donation to the club!

thetyrant · June 20, 2019, 17:06

Quote from: Carolyn on June 20, 2019, 12:57I keep a stock of them. PM your address and I'll send one. Small donation to the club!

Pm on its way thanks

paulrogers7364 · June 23, 2019, 15:08

Sorry, Mate

I only just noticed your msg

If anyone near / in Bristol needs one, give me a shout

thetyrant · June 24, 2019, 11:05

Received o-ring from Carolyn and donation made to club via paypal

tets · June 24, 2019, 12:31

Would I be able to take you up on that offer aswell Carolyn?

I have just bought a new tensioner and was going to use the OEM one.

On a side note, Could I PM you about a different thing regarding a fuel rail I think you modified for a turbo build?

thanks
Steve

Carolyn · June 24, 2019, 12:51

Quote from: tets on June 24, 2019, 12:31Would I be able to take you up on that offer aswell Carolyn?

I have just bought a new tensioner and was going to use the OEM one.

On a side note, Could I PM you about a different thing regarding a fuel rail I think you modified for a turbo build?

thanks
Steve

PM me as much as you wish. Don't forget your address!