Cam install started

[Wicked One]

I just started my comp vsr stage 2 cam install this afternoon(Thanks Jared). I didn't get to far, just removed the valve covers, then spent another 2hrs figuring out how to use the spring compressor tool.:smash:

I rented one from Freedom performance, it has 2 shoes, 1 larger that will sit over the retainers, and one smaller one for follower removal.

This is going to take a lot longer than expected. Have to get used of the tool, still haven't got one thing off yet. I only worked on it for about 3 hrs, but that included doing some valve cover decorating

Should move along once I get the hang of using the tool. Had to buy a compression tester adapter so that I could air up the cylinder so I don't drop a valve. Also need to order new cam phaser bolts, the 3 dealers I called around here wanted $30 a piece and were special order. So my new ones will be here thursday from Brenspeed and hopefully a tune also from them will be ready.

I will be working on it tomorrow afternoon again.


I could bitch about it, but it is actually fun


I will keep you guys posted and try and snap some pics.

 

[ford20]

Dang I wont be there to hear it ... I guess I have to wait till like next year or something

 

[matt07gt]

pics or it didnt happen

 

[Wicked One]

I don't have any yet. just pulled the valve covers off than screwed around with the tool to get the hang of it. No rush, I have until Sat to finish it.


Sean, you will be back to hear it. If not I will definitely post vids of it

 

[RedFireCobra]

pics or it didnt happen

hes right, you haven't done diddly squat

 

[Wicked One]

Glenn, come by the house after work if you can and check out all "I didn't do".

I will give you a cookie.

 

[Aetos]

You may finally be able to see my tail lights
S197 sounds nice with cams

 

[Wicked One]

Ok, For all those people who say that they can swap out cams and springs (in the car) in 4 hrs in full of shit!!!!

I don't care if you are the worlds greatest mechanic, no way can it be done.

I have never done them before on a mod motor so I guess I am being overly cautious and taking my time. But between me and my father working on it we have a plethora of knowledge (him more than I).

NOT HAVING FUN!!!!!! But better than paying someone to do it.

If the heads were off, it would be a whole other story.

Rant over, car is not done, won't be until I feel like it

 

[irishpwr46]

easy does it killer. after you finish this set, you will be able to do them in four hours. do you have the wedge tool and everything?

 

[Andrew1021]

cams and phaser limiter are 4 hours. springs are another story. good luck man!

 

[deekum1627]

you gotta post pics lol. good luck with the install

 

[matt07gt]

Well stop posting about it and get it done already ....PS....if I ever do cams feel free to come up and help out

 

[Wicked One]

I know I could bang out cams and phasers in 4 hrs no problem at all.

But man, those pesky little keepers do not want to cooperate.

I have all the tools I need, the wedgie, and the new design spring compressor form freedom performance( rented it), adapter to pressurize the cylinder to keep a valve from dropping.

Yep, I have everything. I would do plain cams no problem at all for half of what shops are charging, but springs also, go pay someone

I will get some pics up tomorrow, I have a few on my phone.

 

[1990_LX]

Ahh, nice to have a pushrod motor!

 

[petebull]

Good luck with the install man, its gonna sound sick.

 

[Wicked One]

Hopefully Pete. The 127300 are more for my future mods (s/c). has a nice lope to them but nothing like the Muthers or hot rods.


Gonna sound like this.

 

[petebull]

I like it

 

[needforspeed]

Nothing sounds better than a cammed engine... Turns heads everywhere...

 

[Wicked One]

Finished installing the bitches tonight


Waldo stopped by for some encouragement and to hear a few choice curses Gotta say, I WILL NOT BE DOING THIS AGAIN!!!!!! Just cams, no problem, but no way springs also!!!!

Just need to button up the engine, Valve covers,battery and connect the 800 wire harnesses that seem to go everywhere.

Should have a vid or just have to wait till Sunday.

 

[needforspeed]

Finished installing the bitches tonight


Waldo stopped by for some encouragement and to hear a few choice curses Gotta say, I WILL NOT BE DOING THIS AGAIN!!!!!! Just cams, no problem, but no way springs also!!!!

Just need to button up the engine, Valve covers,battery and connect the 800 wire harnesses that seem to go everywhere.

Should have a vid or just have to wait till Sunday.

So does that mean we will hear you quit the bitchen' now?