OK, so despite some excellent online videos, the service DVD, and the required specialty tools, I just can't seem to get the bike running after pulling the cams when adjusting the valve clearances. I am convinced I am overlooking something obvious (and yes, the plugs and all seals are in and there is gas in the tank). I am not taking it to the local shop in Nashville because the owner is a complete turd and that leaves me options in Chattanooga or Knoxville, 2 and 3 hours away, respectively, which also means renting a trailer.
I spent over $500 for those tools because the local shop wanted over $500 just to do an inspection...not even including any replacement, etc.!!...and now the labor rate went up $20/hour since that quote from last year. I did a googly search on such people but the only person I found has more than 2 weeks' worth of work and he doesn't make housecalls.
So, I am looking for someone local to me (Mid TN, around Nashville), who is a gearhead and has done this before and can travel to my place. Beverage and food of choice plus good 'ol hard cash involved.
I guess it would help to tell y'all that I have a 2016 RT.
I am enclosing some pictures I took of the cam positions with the alignment pin locking the engine, so supposedly TDC. Timing is good. Camshaft sensor is aligned with the pickup.
TIA
I spent over $500 for those tools because the local shop wanted over $500 just to do an inspection...not even including any replacement, etc.!!...and now the labor rate went up $20/hour since that quote from last year. I did a googly search on such people but the only person I found has more than 2 weeks' worth of work and he doesn't make housecalls.
So, I am looking for someone local to me (Mid TN, around Nashville), who is a gearhead and has done this before and can travel to my place. Beverage and food of choice plus good 'ol hard cash involved.
I guess it would help to tell y'all that I have a 2016 RT.
I am enclosing some pictures I took of the cam positions with the alignment pin locking the engine, so supposedly TDC. Timing is good. Camshaft sensor is aligned with the pickup.
TIA
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