In Mororcycles, we are told to replace the sprockets ever time we

replace the

chain ('cause it is the increased spacing of the sprockets (due to

wear) that

has caused the chain to stretch).  Is the same not true for the

oil pump

drive chain?  In the video, bruce measures the laxity of the chain

(mine

measure the same his did) and replaces it, but no mntion is made

of the

sprockets.

There is no visible wear.  Does anyone know if they need to be

replaced?

Does the oil chan really need replacing?  Everything else in the

engine is in

good shape, havent heard of many engine failures caused by chain

failures...

but sure would hate for those to be 'famous last words'...

Dave Leonard

 > 

        The chain wears on the rollers and the pins. Take a new
chain and bend it to one side with the end plates verticle. Now do the
same with a used chain that you think is not worn. Surprise!!
Virg

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