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

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