Timing Chain Tensioner Tool

[SLOWPOKE693]

Anything I can use to retract the tensioner to install it other than the proper tool that I don't have ans didn't know I needed until 10min ago?

I'm currently at Summit Racing picking up a valve shim kit to finish up the motor and they don't sell the tool here. Am I SOL until I get one?

@HondaTech

 

[Hondasxs]

Anything I can use to retract the tensioner to install it other than the proper tool that I don't have ans didn't know I needed until 10min ago?

I'm currently at Summit Racing picking up a valve shim kit to finish up the motor and they don't sell the tool here. Am I SOL until I get one?

@HondaTech

A small screw driver works fine.
The tool is designed to hold it once retracted but I have never needed it.

 

[SLOWPOKE693]

Thanks for the speedy reply, you just saved the day!!!!!!

 

[HondaTech]

Anything I can use to retract the tensioner to install it other than the proper tool that I don't have ans didn't know I needed until 10min ago?

I'm currently at Summit Racing picking up a valve shim kit to finish up the motor and they don't sell the tool here. Am I SOL until I get one?

@HondaTech

Sorry I'm at a race and didn't see the tag.

Any small screwdriver is fine

The tool just makes its easier, since it holds the tensioner open until you need it released.

K&l has a cheaper one if you dont want to spend the fortune for the Honda tool

 

[SLOWPOKE693]

Worked like a charm and the engine is completely assembled. Thanks again guys!!

 

[TripleB]

Anything I can use to retract the tensioner to install it other than the proper tool that I don't have ans didn't know I needed until 10min ago?

I'm currently at Summit Racing picking up a valve shim kit to finish up the motor and they don't sell the tool here. Am I SOL until I get one?

@HondaTech

Just BUILD one.