Cam chain refitting

[jaybee]

Hi guys,

Has anyone had to fit cam chains (new or original)? I've overhauled my engine and am just putting the heads back together, I've got the cam chain back on its sprocket, but I can't get the sprocket back on it boss on the cam shaft. The guide and tensioner and in, and the tensioner has the adjuster pinned open. Anyone else found this part difficult? Or do I need to start considering taking the side cover off again to check chain/guide/tensioner placement/routing?

I can take some photos if my description isn't good enough, just ask.

Thanks in advance!

[jaybee]

Found the problem: the chain was askew on the bottom sprocket. Lined it up and everything went together fine.