Topic: CB750: Got the head off, is this cam chain wear normal? Do I need to replace...

[pixlgeek]

So finally got the head off yesterday, had to free a stuck piston but after inspecting the head I noticed these worn grooves from what I can only pinpoint as being caused by the cam chain.

Does wearing like this warrant me having to get a new head or can I file down the rough edges and continue using it?

Thanks!

[Black 750K8]

I say smooth it out good and you are good. Just make sure you fix what made it happen.

[70CB750]

Seems there is enough meat left. I would use it.

[Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er]

I wouldn't worry about that. I'd worry about what caused that. Was it put together properly? New heavy duty cam chain and sprocket and chain guide and rollers.

[Vincent P]

Agree with all the comments so far; yes you can work with this head, but I would look at what caused this. On a side note, I would really go over the cam chain with a fine tooth comb, as it may have suffered some extreme stress.

Could you elaborate on the stuck piston; was this a running motor???