Hello Guys, my question is: Can you theoretically replace chain guides and/or tensioners without taking off the chains. I know what most of you going to say. Why do a half job. The answer to that is that I don't want to spend $900 on camshaft locking tool that i will never use in my life. I am sure the chain is prob a bit loose then it started out but I am willing to take a chance and say Ahh, it'll be fine.
The reason i want to do the chain guides is a terrible engine noise. Broken chain guides are the suspects.