How to install aftermarket cam gear and coolant?
Install everything back on and make sure TDC is at 0 and the cam gears line up with the marks, also make sure everything is put back together and you’re not missing screws and nuts that you put everywhere, also do a coolant flush/bleed system. Old cam gear out and new cam gear in – job complete!
Where are the notches on the cam gear?
You will see the marks on the cam gear will match up with the notches at the back too. If they don’t match up then turn the crank clockwise another 360 degrees until the cam gear notches line up and crank is at TDC 0.
How to mark timing belt for cam gear?
Follow instructions part 8a and 8b only, making sure your timing is at TDC 0 (white line) also mark your timing belt with something to match up with the cam gear marks like a crayon that I used. You will see the marks on the cam gear will match up with the notches at the back too.
What kind of wrench do I need for cam gear?
Next get 22mm wrench again and put on crank bolt and get torque wrench and do up cam gear bolt 59ft/lbs (using crank bolt to stop from moving) As far as timing and tuning goes please use instructions provided or get your mechanic/tuner to do for you, make sure you use loctite on cam gear bolts.
What should I do if I need to replace my camshaft?
If you lift up on the camshaft it helps and as well as moving the cam gear toward the inside of the motor. Only replace one cam at a time, do not take them both out. Remove either the intake or the exhaust first and then reinstall before starting on the other one. With the camshaft removed use a bungee cord to keep tension in the chain.
What to use to line up cam gears?
Once the valve cover is removed, make sure the lines on the cam gears are lined up with each other. If they are away from each other you need to turn the motor over 180 degrees and they will line up. Remove the tensioner cover (black cover) on the timing cover and put a .050 allen wrench into the tensioner.
Which is the correct timing gear for a camshaft?
Rotate the gear until the mark is at roughly 12 o’clock. Always defer to the manufacturer’s directions. With the camshaft in place, the upper timing gear should have its timing dot in the 6 o’clock position; the lower timing gear should show its zero-degree marking in the 12 o’clock position.
How is the pulse plate installed on a camshaft?
Install the pulse plate onto the new camshaft and tighten it down to 29ft lbs. Install the camshaft by sliding it back through under the chain. This is where the lines you made early help. Line up the line and the dot on the cam gear and the lines on the cam gears should line back up.