December 13, 20205 yr Hi - I have had some difficulty dating my TLR, I believe it is quite an early model, grey import from Japan to Oz. Engine MD09E 1005839. I decided to replace timing chain and guides ....no problems with the chain but the guides (Chinese off ebay) I have appear to be too short. They have correct numbers ie: Replaces OEM Part Number: 14500-427-000 (Tensionser), 14550-427-000 (Guide) But front guide only just sits in position and rear there is no way I can install top bolt .....at least 5mm short. Do these stretch. Pics below show old guides v new guides. Base and head gasket are correct thickness. Do you think they are just too short or am I missing something?
December 14, 20205 yr They look like they are just too short, and forcing them to fit wont be a good idea - could break when fitting, or worse still could break later when running I would try and get some different ones personally
December 26, 20205 yr You can still buy new from Honda. Only way to guarantee a good fit in my opinion.
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