ok so i got this cct (f4i tensior/lifter) (((btw im use to working with f2/f3's))) from honda yesterday was just about to get ready to put it on today, and when i took the lifter out of the bubble wrap, i saw it had this little pin thing on top, not knowing what it is i pulled it. lol. and the shaft shot out. now it wont go back. did i mess this one up? im going to strip my bike down then check back on here. can i put in as normal? only weird thing is now i cant push the rod back at all. any imput would be appriciated thanks.

 

Was it an OEM CCT? I'm sure you can fix it...if not, send it back and order A.P.E

 

original equipment manufacturer. its a honda cct. the same one as the motor comes with but new.

 

I couldnt wait so if anyone else does this and finds this thread; conclusion; I went to the honda dealer and stole a minute of a mechanics time to find out how i can fix the early release of the pin for the f4i cct. with a sm screwdriver you can turn the screw on top clockwise to retract the shaft but you must hold it with your thumb because there will be pressure, then put the pin back in untill its snugly bolted into position. then release the pin.</p>

 

Ya the info is in the service manual which can be downloaded by searching this forum.

 

next time and I stress there will be a next time with oem, u should look into getting the APE manual cam chain tensioner. Great product and lasts forever

 

except that you should constantly be checking that it's properly adjusted, whereas the OEM can just be installed and forgotten for 25k+ miles...

 

+1, I've got an ape on the bench. If I were racing track it would be on the bike. My dirtbikes have manual tensioners as I'm constantly monitoring and adjusting them. A streetbike should be as maintenance free as possible. There is no need to add something else to the mix.

 

It may last a while with the oem, but it's guaranteed to rattle much much sooner.... Hence APE ftw

 

wow, The rattle isnt a failing tensioner but a poorly designed end tip. It doesnt fail, it makes noise. Big deal. The ape requires constant attention and has failed many more times due to improper installation or lack of maintenance.