87 Shadow

[OurGodlivz]

Hey I have a 87 Shadow (Automatic)and the camshaft locked up and the
crankshaft spins on the timing belt. Does anyone know if it bent the
valves? I know it does on some, but have heard both ways on this model. I
am seeing if I need a new engine or just a new camshaft(or bearings) and
timing belt. Thank you very much for your help,
Wil

 

[Neil Nelson]

Hey I have a 87 Shadow (Automatic)and the camshaft locked up and the
crankshaft spins on the timing belt. Does anyone know if it bent the
valves? I know it does on some, but have heard both ways on this model. I
am seeing if I need a new engine or just a new camshaft(or bearings) and
timing belt. Thank you very much for your help,
Wil

Lost cam timing does NOT bend the valves on any engine that
would have come stock in an 87 Shadow.

There is no such thing as replacing the camshaft bearings
since the cylinder head material itself is the bearing
surface, if the cam seized there could be a number of
reasons including, oil supply problem, warped head, etc.

A remanufactured head is your best option.