Camshaft end play????
12-11-2003, 01:49 PM
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Camshaft end play????
I am replacing the timing chains in these 540's.
they are 741 roller cams with the cam button that rides against the timing covers.
The new timing chains Billet Comp cams #cca-7110.
Comes with a new Torrington bearing behind the cam
sprocket. The old timing sprocket had the bearing also.
When I install the timing cover there is no longer any
camshaft end play ( or very little).
After inspecting the cam button I notice a little c clip
in which when removed gives access to a little torrington bearing and to two thrush washers/shims.
Is this where you set the Camshaft end play by changing the thickness of these Washers??
Please respond
Gerry
they are 741 roller cams with the cam button that rides against the timing covers.
The new timing chains Billet Comp cams #cca-7110.
Comes with a new Torrington bearing behind the cam
sprocket. The old timing sprocket had the bearing also.
When I install the timing cover there is no longer any
camshaft end play ( or very little).
After inspecting the cam button I notice a little c clip
in which when removed gives access to a little torrington bearing and to two thrush washers/shims.
Is this where you set the Camshaft end play by changing the thickness of these Washers??
Please respond
Gerry
12-11-2003, 03:29 PM
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Set the endplay by bending the timing chain cover. You can use a socket and place it were the button makes contact with it and smack it with a hammer making a recess in the cover. Sometimes different gaskets will make the correct clearance. Check clearance when it is assembled
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