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Manual chain tensioner?

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aaron.c.patterson19944528

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I've been curious about having a manual cam chain tensioner installed on my 06 Connie due to seeing a lot of problematic reports with the OEM tensioner.

Anyone that has had one installed can you tell me some information about them and your experiences since installation? Is it worth it?
 
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Yet Another Cam Chain Tensioner Story

I was getting some rattling from the engine on my 95 C10 that was loudest from around 1500-3500 RPM. Above 3500 it would suddenly stop. Using a stethoscope, the loudest noise was just to the left of the #1 intake port between the port and cam chain tunnel. Assuming it was the original CCT, I...
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I've owned 3 Concours since the early 1990's and have always used the stock automatic tensioner. Once I replaced one with an OEM tensioner. I never saw the need for a manual tensioner.
 
I’ve had my ‘00 since ‘07 w/31k on it. Now after almost 17 years and at 74k miles, never had a concern.
 
I look at manual cam chain tensioners kinda like torque wrenches, they'll both get you in trouble if you don't know what you are doing. I agree with the others that stock is just fine.
 
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