The problem with using a spring is that will apply constant pressure to the
tensioner foot in addition to the oil pressure. The washers simply prevent the
foot from retracting far enough to allow contact between the chain and the
bracket.
Gordon Glasgow
Renton, WA
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of John Schmitt
Sent: Monday, July 16, 2001 6:32 AM
To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
Subject: 2L Chain Tensioner
I have noticed of late that when I start the 2L after sitting for a day or
more I do get the evil L rub noise until pressure is up. Usually only a
second but enough to cause worry. I saw the use of washers to hold the
tensioner out during oil drain and it looks good but I was thinking about
the use of a spring for that. Has anyone tried a stiff spring, slightly
larger than the outside diameter of the tensioner shaft, to hold the chain
taut ? That surely must be easy to find and not too difficult to install
and might be better than the washers used in the example shown a few weeks
ago.
John Schmitt Telecommuter External # - 847-458-7829
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