E: Engine Cork In the Engine Case?

[50BlkShadow]

I would like to request help identifying what I should do with this potentially cork material, covered by a sealant that I found behind the primary chain. It’s the gray spot in the center of the case. Do I remove it? And if he fixed? And well, why is it there? Has anyone seen this?

Suggestions/recommendations please.

 

[passenger0_0]

This is totally normal, and welcome to Vincent-HRD engineering. I suggest you look at the outer primary cover as this is where an optional left-hand kick starter shaft passes through.

 

[litnman]

Corking the hole can reduce excess oil coming out through the kick start shaft bore on the right side.

 

[BigEd]

This is totally normal, and welcome to Vincent-HRD engineering. I suggest you look at the outer primary cover as this is where an optional left-hand kick starter shaft passes through.

Ii is also usual to find some sealant on the through bolts.

 

[Bill Thomas]

I am not sure about anything Nowadays,
But I think the mod' for the chain tensioner,
Is 2 blades with both end fittings, With wider slots ?,
There is lots different with Vincents, Please ask,
Also don't worry about the grooves worn in the blade, Within reason ,
A new one will make grooves before bedding in,
Just keep an eye on chain tension, Not too tight and Not too loose.
Good Luck, Bill.

 

[teunvandriel]

Double tensioner blade? Why not Neal Videan's V3 PD9R? Perfect thing.

 

[Bill Thomas]

Does VOC Spares stock those ?
If not why not ?, I have never seen one, Looks like a good idea ?.

I see you have a spring link in the chain,
Don't think it is liked over here, But in the past I have used one without trouble.

 

[teunvandriel]

A link in the chain? Where? I have been using an endless Tsubaki chain for many years. Also perfect. This is a more recent picture.

 

[Bill Thomas]

Top photo, Our new friend.

 

[timetraveller]

Five o'clock position on clutch wheel.