How do you check camshaft alignment?
Make sure the fully open and fully closed positions of the lifter are within the travel range of the dial indicator. Rotate the crankshaft until the lifter is at the highest point of its travel, and set the dial indicator to zero. Continue rotating the engine clockwise until the lifter starts to travel up again.
How do you set camshaft timing?
Timing in the Camshaft. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise to 90 degrees after TDC. This will make sure all the pistons are half way down the bore. Now position the dial gauge so that it can read the lift of the inlet valve of number 1 cylinder from the top of the valve retainer (see left).
Can a camshaft be turned without a belt?
However, both camshafts need to be lined up with the timing marks as well as the crankshaft turned to TDC before you install the belt to keep everything lined up correctly. My belt guide also shows this not to be an interference engine, so the cam shafts and crankshafts can be turned independently without causing damage.
How to fix a misaligned crankshaft with camshafts?
When the cams are in position, then rotate the crankshaft to TDC and install the belt. Ooh, thank you, that is a tip no one else had for me. That even sounds like it may help with the pressure somewhat. Assuming the clearance for the valves or lack there of was increasing the pressure.
What happens when the cams are in the correct position?
Hopefully, when the cams are in the correct position, there will be no spring pressure on the cams…If the cams want to turn, you will have to hold them in position (a helper) while you slip the belt on… The pressure confuses me a little, but then I really don’t know how the whole engine works.
What should I do if my crankshaft doesn’t line up?
Once you have the new belt on, rotate the crankshaft twice by hand (with a wrench, of course) and re-check that the timing marks on the camshafts line up properly when the crankshaft is back to TDC. (Remember, twice around). If the tension is still good, go ahead and button it up.