Timing gear how much moving is OK ?

wkuehnis

wkuehnis

Member
Hi,
yesterday, for the first time I removed the timing gear cover, because I had a knocking when the engine is hot.
Now I have seen, I can move the timing gear back and forth about 8 mm(0.3 inch).
Question: is this OK ?

Thanks for help

Willi
 
Thats what the damper/spring plunger is for. New parts are available or you can shim the spring if its too weak. The main reason for the knock is too much clearance between the gear teeth. That clearance should be .004-.006". .010" will cause a knock.
 
Thanks for this additional information.

Yes, I know, this damper with the spring has to hold the timing gear in place.
But: Is it OK to have so much movement ?


Thanks
Willi
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top