Estimating timing chain wear
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The lobe separation angle (LSA) is ground into the cam at the time of manufacture and cannot be changed by the installer. | The lobe separation angle (LSA) is ground into the cam at the time of manufacture and cannot be changed by the installer. | ||
| − | === | + | ===Wider (larger number) LSA=== |
| + | *>/= 112 degrees | ||
*Raises torque to higher RPM | *Raises torque to higher RPM | ||
*Reduces maximum torque | *Reduces maximum torque | ||
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*Increases piston-to-valve clearance | *Increases piston-to-valve clearance | ||
| − | === | + | ===Tighter (smaller number) LSA=== |
| + | *</= 110 degrees | ||
*Moves torque to lower RPM | *Moves torque to lower RPM | ||
*Increases maximum torque | *Increases maximum torque | ||
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