Mcct- How To Tell Chain Is Worn.

Discussion in '610/630' started by ESP, Feb 8, 2012.

  1. ESP Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Burtonsville, MD
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2006 TE610
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 KTM 300XC-We; 1993 Harley FLSTC
    So my "new to me" 2006 Husky TE 610 appears to have a APE manual cam chain tensioner on it. Of course I pulled it off to confirm it was a MCCT. Not really smart. So I go to APE to get the installation instructions, but they do not tell me at what measurement the cam chain needs replaced. When I run out of bolt? Does anyone know?

    What is the current opinion on MCCT? ie, Is it worth the money to switch back to the automatic tensioner?

    Thanks- Mike
  2. _luke_ Husqvarna
    A Class

    Location:
    Slovenia, Europe
    I dont really think that you should screw manual tensioner to the end. When cam chain is worn and automatic tensioner is at end, chain rubs at reed valve! Chain costs 70€, thats aboult 90$. If you ask me...change it and you will sleep well for next 20k Km
  3. ESP Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Burtonsville, MD
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2006 TE610
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 KTM 300XC-We; 1993 Harley FLSTC
    Currently, the bolt is only about 1/2 way used up, so I don't think an immediate replacement is necessary. But if I can't find an answer to the bolt length, then your replacement advice is spot on.

    Thanks
  4. Mastroser Husqvarna
    C Class

    Location:
    Trieste, Italy
    When my automatic tensioner were out of 12 clicks the chian was already scratching around... The tensioner has about 15 clicks total. Service manual recommends the replacement at 10 clicks. I think you can ask around the forum for the 10 click measure.

    Luke, in Italy chian costs 45 euro ;)!
  5. _luke_ Husqvarna
    A Class

    Location:
    Slovenia, Europe
    Original husqvarna chain costs 45€? Everithing i buy for my husky in ordered from Zupin Racing from germany. I was told, that their parts are the cheapest! NOT!!

    Mastroser, where in Italy can i buy parts with that prise??? Thanks!
  6. Mastroser Husqvarna
    C Class

    Location:
    Trieste, Italy
  7. Xcuvator Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Scholls Oregon
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TE450,610 WB165,WR250 WR360 & XC430
    Other Motorcycles:
    yes
    When I run my ACCT out to 10 clicks, there is 28mm between the tip of the adjuster to the inside of the flange, no gasket.
  8. ESP Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Burtonsville, MD
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2006 TE610
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 KTM 300XC-We; 1993 Harley FLSTC
    Thank you for taking the time to measure.- I will use 28 as an interim benchmark.

    Mike