Hi Jim,
I run a standard neoprene tensioner ring on AHX12 and as yet have not
encountered any problems in over 6000 km of competition.
Michael Salter
www.precisionsportscar.com
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From: owner-healeys@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-healeys@autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Bluechipracing
Sent: Thursday, November 09, 2006 9:42 AM
To: Healeys@autox.team.net
Subject: Timing chain damper on 100
When I reassemble my BN2 engine should I leave out the timing chain damper?.
Unlike the 6 cyl, its just a rubber "O ring" that fits around the cam gear
between the two cam sprockets. I had heard that they disentegrate over time
and end up contaminating the lube system, so I have purposely left it out of
the race engine, but on this road engine, I would like it to run smooth and
quiet.
100 listers, What is your experience / opinion?
Jim Smith
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