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Offline larrym

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Do I need a .005 under chain?
« on: June 21 2016, 09:55:52 PM »
My last motor it was mortal combat installing a new chain this seemed to go on too easy.
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Re: Do I need a .005 under chain?
« Reply #1 on: June 21 2016, 10:51:02 PM »
A .005" set might more than make up that little bit of deflection.

Is the outside of that chain smooth enough to run a tentioner?
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Offline larrym

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Do I need a .005 under chain?
« Reply #2 on: June 21 2016, 11:17:43 PM »
No it's a link chain not smooth.
It has much less sloop the cam turns right away.
86 white T type with t tops and blackout trim. 60lb injectors Gen 2 with Extender Chip TR6 ignition 212/206 roller cam Turbonetics BB CPT 61 CAS V4 Intercooler Cobbled together Alky Injection 4 inch MAF pipe with integral sensor
2800 stall lots of fun with a little 6 banger!
Best ET 11.36

 

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