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Dirt Tricks Cam chain tensioner instructions?

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CodeMonkey

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My cam chain tensioner has been clattering off and on.

A couple of months ago I ordered and received the Dirt Tricks cam chain tensioner.

Today I noticed the tensioner was again clattering and I was thinking about replacing it.

So I was looking at the instructions and noticed nothing special for the Husaberg.

But I seem to recall that there was mention made (online) of laying the bike on its side before attempting installation.

I can't find that either at the Dirt Tricks site or in the instructions that came with the tensioner.

Before I attempt to install it, I thought I would ask here.
 
Hey Codemonkey,

I had the same issue with my tensioner so I replaced it with the dirt tricks unit and have hade no further problems. :D
If you tip the new tensioner up the way it sits in our bikes (not an issue with the pumpkins) it may extend with gravity, so the reason you need to lay the bike over is to stop the tensioner from extending on the ratchet before it touches the internal ("Tensioning rail" as described in manual) that it holds when the tensioner is in place.

Hope this helps
Steve
 
Yup, I thought that was the case. I just needed to make sure I wasn't imagining having read that somewhere.

Thanks.
 
So, I laid the bike down and removed the old tensioner plug. From the instructions I expected there to be a spring on top of it, but there was none - there certainly is one inside it.

But the DT tensioner comes with a spring so no biggy.

The bike certainly needs to be on its side, even then if you aren't careful the DT tensioner will extend - it did on my first try. Second try worked - after I fiddled with the plug to get it collapsed.

Put it in, put in the spring per instructions and cinched everything up.

Fired up the bike and no more clatter. :cheers:
 
Just did my CCT today. Pulled the OEM one out...and found NO O-RING. No o-ring at all. It did not come out with the cct, and was not left behind in the hole. Hmmmm....no wonder it was so noisey....very little oil pressure pushing down on the cct. I had a buddy go to a local automotive parts place and get a new o-ring for the Dirt Tricks unit. Popped it in and voila....no more klakitty klak.

Anyone else ever find no o-ring?

Cheers...

Pete
 
Got a new DJH tensioner (to replace my Dirt Tricks that I never liked) and am really happy. Have used the DJH on my KTM's in the past and was waiting for Dave to finish the Husaberg model. It is cheaper, doesn't rely on oil pressure to operate (which is why the factory tensioners fail) and is much easier to install. Dave is really nice too, is an old racer I think.

Linky is here -->http://www.djhcyclesport.com/husaberg-parts/djh1200-b.html

djh_1200_b_3.jpg
 
col_potter said:
Got a new DJH tensioner (to replace my Dirt Tricks that I never liked) and am really happy. Have used the DJH on my KTM's in the past and was waiting for Dave to finish the Husaberg model. It is cheaper, doesn't rely on oil pressure to operate (which is why the factory tensioners fail) and is much easier to install. Dave is really nice too, is an old racer I think.

Linky is here -->http://www.djhcyclesport.com/husaberg-parts/djh1200-b.html

djh_1200_b_3.jpg
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I ordered one of these last week and I'm waiting for it to arrive. Looks like a quality piece of kit.
 
Installed one of these on my bike. Dave is prompt - it arrived in a couple of days. Very well made and nice looking unit too. Not much to go wrong with a simple bolt and locknut either.

DJH.jpg


Secondary fuel filter (Can-Am quad model) per AceVentura525's suggestion also visible in the photo, modified with radiator hose and it's attendant Redneck Engineering fastening system :lol:
 
Did the same to my bike. Went on super easy. The DJH unit is very simple and user friendly. FYI
my o-ring was there.
 
Is a failing factory CCT something I need to worry about? It is a common failure? Looks like an easy enough "fix", I guess it's worth the peace of mind for $80?
 
Mine just started making noise consistently when it was cold, at start up, so I replaced it.
The new one eliminated the noise, simple.
 
Barshoe said:
Mine just started making noise consistently when it was cold, at start up, so I replaced it.
The new one eliminated the noise, simple.
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What did you replace it with? DJH, Dirt tricks, or something else?
 
brandonB1 said:
Barshoe said:
Mine just started making noise consistently when it was cold, at start up, so I replaced it.
The new one eliminated the noise, simple.
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What did you replace it with? DJH, Dirt tricks, or something else?
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DJH, I like the simple, adjustable nature of it. Very easy to install.
 
Ok, last question on this subject (from me anyway), I promise.

Can anyone tell me why the Dirt Tricks CCT is better than the Stock Berg one. I get why the MCCT from DJH is reliable, but what makes the DT hydraulic CCT, better thatn the stock hydraulic CCT??? :?:

Thanks!
 
I have only got 30 (single track) engine hrs on mine and its ticking. I haven't checked the valves yet and thought it may be that, but probably the CCT from reading this thread, or something I will do immediately anyway.

Do I have to get the valves at TDC to install a Dirt Tricks CCT or is it simply 'plug and play' as it is.

Thanx in advance.
Fizz
 
Mine has 20 hrs. it's a plug and play operation. Simple, just follow the directions. Takes 10 minutes.
 
DirtTricks tensioner has a ratchet inside. At first blush that sounds like it makes a lot of sense that the CCT is constantly adjusting itself and has a ratchet to hold the adjustment for next cold start. There have been claims that under the right conditions the DT CCT can over tension the chain and due to the ratchet can not back off until serious damage has occurred.

Seeing as how we don't have hydraulic valve lifters I don't see the point in hydraulic CCT. I too have the dead simple DJH CCT. If you ask, Dave has it in au natural aluminum. Am not one for bling, wanted natural aluminum or black to match the valve cover.

This past Saturday at the Rad Dad Enduro I got to touch Mike Lafferty's bike. Studying his setup I spotted a manual CCT much like DJH's design.
 
n4hhe said:
Seeing as how we don't have hydraulic valve lifters I don't see the point in hydraulic CCT.
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I can't understand your connection between hydraulic valves and hydraulic CCT? What do you mean?
 
This past Saturday at the Rad Dad Enduro I got to touch Mike Lafferty's bike. Studying his setup I spotted a manual CCT much like DJH's design.
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I saw one of his bikes too awhile back and noticed the CCT, wonder if it is something DJH did for him?

Can anyone tell me why the Dirt Tricks CCT is better than the Stock Berg one. I get why the MCCT from DJH is reliable, but what makes the DT hydraulic CCT, better thatn the stock hydraulic CCT???
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Hmmm, IMO the Dirt Tricks is potentially more damaging, as the ratchet in the Dirt tricks got stuck under some serious tension and crapped me up. $500 bucks later I debated if I should reinstall my factory unit that rattled like hell, but decided to dropped the extra $80 for the DJH. Been perfect ever since.
 

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