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derass · 10-04-2016, 08:54 PM

I've never done cams on a KA, but I'm sure it's all the same.

If the crank is as TDC, install the cams with their gear markings in approximately the right position, then start bolting down the caps. You might need an extra set of hands to press the cam down on the lifter while getting the caps started. Then just tighten the caps down as per the FSM. Which I'm sure explains all of this anyway.

EDIT: Should also mention: make sure the cap bolts are threaded in sufficiently before trying to use them to completely seat the cam on the lifters. Without enough thread engagement, you could strip the threads in the head which would be a major headache.

10-04-2016, 08:54 PM	#3
derass Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Toronto, ON Age: 37 Posts: 1,182 Trader Rating: (0)	I've never done cams on a KA, but I'm sure it's all the same. If the crank is as TDC, install the cams with their gear markings in approximately the right position, then start bolting down the caps. You might need an extra set of hands to press the cam down on the lifter while getting the caps started. Then just tighten the caps down as per the FSM. Which I'm sure explains all of this anyway. EDIT: Should also mention: make sure the cap bolts are threaded in sufficiently before trying to use them to completely seat the cam on the lifters. Without enough thread engagement, you could strip the threads in the head which would be a major headache. Last edited by derass; 10-04-2016 at 09:32 PM..