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Old 02-05-2007, 10:47 PM   #31
 
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It isn't so much a question of like or Diss- like.

On one hand, my XX has 38000k and I was on my 3rd auto CCT. So, putting a manual unit on looked like the way to go.(made sense)

But, on the other hand.....


What I didn't (don't) like about the APE unit was, the fact the the instructions that came with it made perfect sense, until I read them a few times....and then they didn't. Also, while doing some research on installing the APE , I found that there were 12 different suggestions from different folks, on how to properly adjust the thing.

It would seem to me that for something as important as a manual CCT, there should only be 1 or 2 different ways to set one up....not 12.

As for the how it turned out...well, I do live in the artic, and can't fully test this CCT out until March in AZ. But, that being said, I have run and run the crap out of my engine in the shop, and so far so good.


Maybe I would recommend the APE to more people if there was a absolute clear set of instructions, that left no doubt.

But until APE or Warchild or myself, writes these instructions to go with the APE unit, I still say that the average guy, working out of his car garage with simple hand tools should stick to the Honda unit.
My buddy Richard (a seasoned bike mechanic or 22 years) put mine in a few days ago with no instructions and it works like a charm. No removal of the Top cover required! Really it is not as complicated as some would have it made out to be! Granted the stock CCT is plug-and-play but I like the APE because it is simple, almost never will go out of adjustment and I only have to buy it once! Good shit! My motor is not on For Sale/Wanted either. The only drawback that he said it would have is that my rubber CCT guide may wear faster but that is all. I recommend it after being confounded with the stock after only a few thousand miles.....
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Old 02-05-2007, 11:17 PM   #32
 
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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

Thanks for all the info. I didn't know that about the key. I wonder what happends when you take the key out. As long as it works I will be happy!
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"CCT" is a misnomer. What you are actually replacing is the lifter set. It comes with a pin in the center hole. Replace the "CCT" by R/R the 2 bolts, then pull the pin from the center hole. It releases a spring that keeps tension on the "real" cam chain tensioner. That tension is what kills the rattle.
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Old 03-01-2007, 7:52 PM   #34
 
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Hi,

113.000Km in my BB, and still original CCT.
But, there is some noise now... maybe is reaching the time to change.

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Old 03-04-2007, 10:27 AM   #35
 
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Hey guys. I replaced my CCT and the nosie is still there. Beware because this CCT may not in fact solve the problem. I will have to crack the engine and replace the chain itself as well as the guides that the chain slides on. Oh well, it was worth a shot at a cheep fix!!!
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Old 04-16-2007, 10:23 PM   #36
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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

When replacing the CCT it is a good idea to keep the "stopper" tool (1mm thick key-shaped piece of metal) that you remove from the new CCT. You will need it again when checking your valve clearance. Prior to performing the actual check, this tool would first be inserted in the top of the CCT and turned in to take the tension off the cam chain. These directions are per the Factory Service Manual.
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Old 04-25-2007, 5:42 PM   #37
 
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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

Do you just pull the old one out or is there something that you have to do before you pull it out ?
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Old 04-25-2007, 8:01 PM   #38
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Do you just pull the old one out or is there something that you have to do before you pull it out ?
Just pull it out. Personally, I like to remove the 8mm bolt from the top of the CCT before removing the 2 socket head bolts, but it's not necessary to do so.
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sounds good. Just double checking. I think that i will install mine this weekend. Since i wont be riding until i get my new chain. I may have to take out the old man's whale ( My dad's '96 yamaha royal Star)
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Old 05-04-2007, 11:56 AM   #40
 
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i just ordered one from john will have it tuesday!
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PM sent, John you also got the plastic frame plug's ? if so how much with shipping ? Thanks
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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

I replaced the CCT on my Blackbird last weekend. Its a 1999 with about 44000k. What a difference! The engine went very quiet.

Thank you all for the info
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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

I am bringing back Frame Plugs and Ride Height Spacers from England when I go on my annual trip to paticipate in the UK BlackBird Bash.
Will be staying with Jaws for 6 days and then retuning on the 30th of May.
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Old 05-09-2007, 10:55 AM   #44
 
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i bought my ride height spacer 6mm from jaws
i gott the cct what a differance so quite like day i bought it
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Old 07-21-2007, 12:45 AM   #45
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sounds good. Just double checking. I think that i will install mine this weekend. Since i wont be riding until i get my new chain. I may have to take out the old man's whale ( My dad's '96 yamaha royal Star)
From those in the aussie side to this threadm I now have to change my chain and guide aswell. i changed my CCT and didnt do a friggin thing to help. And only after 54000k too. bugger didnt want to this may have to send to honda in Darwin with the parts i bought. good thing i`m a HRCA member!!! lol
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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

I'm very pleased to learn about the CCT problem on the Bird. I was definitely concerned about the noise coming from my bike in the 3 to 4 thousand RPM range and will get on that issue as soon as I get the part in. It's forums like these that make all the difference, and I am happy as hell to have been turned on to it by Dutch out of Nashville. Thanks for the information guys!
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Welcome to the forum later2day. These are a useful bunch of guys to know. Friendly too.
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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

I just now replied to your PM on the CCT Brian.

They are listed on my website ready to ship out.

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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

Well things turned to poo this morning. This rattle i had even after changing the CCT turns out may be the counter balance shaft or even the balancers themselves. The mechanic at Honda said there are 2 guides down there, 1 in the front and one (easy replacement on this one) at the rear. So I am getting them to do a major service and replace both guides and chain. I will be in constant contact with them but for the next 3 months I will be away overseas so a mate will be taking care of the bike for me. So in the meantime, thanks for all your help so far and i`ll provide an update on where and what I have been doing as well as the problem for the bike upon my return

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My cam chain rattle was caused by the guides... Not the chain or tensioner...
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I received my CCT in a very timely fashion (Thanks John01XX) and finally had the chance to replace it last week. The whole job from walking up to the bike to sitting back down for a beer might have taken me 40 minutes to accomplish. I did as was suggested and put the bolt from the old CCT into the new CCT at the top, but used the new hardware everywhere else. This could not have been easier, and the result is exactly as hoped for. There is no more rattle at all.

So chalk one up for the forums, it saved me money, and I learned a new trick for the bird!

** If your bird is rattling from 3 to 4,000 RPM give this fix a try, you may be as fortunate as myself with the repair.
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I received my CCT in a very timely fashion (Thanks John01XX) and finally had the chance to replace it last week. The whole job from walking up to the bike to sitting back down for a beer might have taken me 40 minutes to accomplish. I did as was suggested and put the bolt from the old CCT into the new CCT at the top, but used the new hardware everywhere else. This could not have been easier, and the result is exactly as hoped for. There is no more rattle at all.

So chalk one up for the forums, it saved me money, and I learned a new trick for the bird!

** If your bird is rattling from 3 to 4,000 RPM give this fix a try, you may be as fortunate as myself with the repair.
I can't help but think of "The Monkeys" when I see your hometown !!

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And I'll meet you at the station"



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Glad the CCT took care of you.

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Old 09-02-2007, 3:08 PM   #53
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All you people are on here are evey helpfull.I had a marble noise around 3 to 4 thousand RMP'S.Read about it here and changed it and wala,its fixed.Bought the part from John01XX.Excellent price and fast delivery.Couldnt say enough.thanks.
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BrushBuddy, Now just show up in Towanda, PA next weekend so I can hear how well the CCT worked for you !!

I am arriving on Thursday afternoon in Pennsylvania and leaving to come back home to Florida on Monday.
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Old 01-19-2008, 2:30 PM   #55
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Re: Blackbird Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement

Hi! I have a question. I have '99 BB PGM FI with 65000 km. Must I change cam chain or just CCT? I don't have some sounds on engine when starting or driving it sound nice but the 65000 kilometers ( cca 106000 miles ).
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Hi! I have a question. I have '99 BB PGM FI with 65000 km. Must I change cam chain or just CCT? I don't have some sounds on engine when starting or driving it sound nice but the 65000 kilometers ( cca 106000 miles ).
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You should only have to change the CCT.

I am very surprised that you haven't had to do so as of yet.....but for the 30 minutes it takes, it is very very good insurance.

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Thanks Warchild,

I have an XXW BlackBird with 52,000 miles on the clock, recently it has sounded like a bag or marbles right through the rev range from tick over to 5000 revs. I consulted with my local Honda Dealer who told me it would cost a fortune to rectify and could even be terminal and maybe I should even think about gettig rid of it.

No Way I love my bird.

Within 5 minutes of googling I found your post and thought why not try it, at a cost of £55 and 20 minutes work the CCT was changed and what a difference, the Bird sounds like new no rattles at all.

Needless to say I will looking for a new dealer to service my Bird from now on.

Great post it saved me a fortune.

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i have this problem too. this marble thing makes me very . yesterday i order de cct and the gasket and here in romania cost 81,25 euro. the problem is y dont have the courege to change the cct my self because some mecanics from honda told me is not as simple as it seems and if i dont do it properly i could damege my bike. i read all in this topik and it dosent seem to be so hard to do it. is there a trik on mounting properly?
the cct remove the problem only for a wile but the real problem is the chain and the part that the cct is pushing on.
my bb has 37000km it is normal to have this problem at this km?
i think it counts the way you ride it, if you push her to the limit it is posible that the cct from the moment you change it it will last only for 10000-14000km but if you ride the bike more soft it will go 20000km. but if you change the cct and also the chain with the 2 pices that are presing on him, at the same time then you wil go at least 40000km before having the marble problem again.
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Thanks warchild. I used a double green dot from John, but printed off your discussion above. Took all of 5 minutes and seems to have quieted the rocket down some.
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