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G-Man

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What's the difference between a M42 & M44 chain tensioner?
« on: December 24, 2007, 02:12:34 PM »
I've heard that a M44 chain tensioner is an upgrade for the M42 engine, please tell me more.

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What's the difference between a M42 & M44 chain tensioner?
« Reply #1 on: December 24, 2007, 02:15:33 PM »
http://www.m42club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2925
Its all in the shape of the oil passage on the outside of the tensioner and the spring.
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