Removing Cylinder Heads with Manifolds Attached?
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Another question: is it safer to have two camshaft locking tools? I'll be removing both heads tomorrow morning and I have only rented one locking tool. I've seen pics on the forums where people zip-tie the sprockets, and I have the flywheel/crankshaft locking tool installed. I can't see how the "un-locked" side would be able to spin, but should I consider getting an extra locking tool to be certain?
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You only need to use the cam lock tool to set timing after you install the head. I only have one and I set one head at a time. Two is nice to have but NOT necessary.
You can even loosen the cam caps to keep the valves closed to prevent BENDING them before, during and after cylinder head work.
bob gauff
You can even loosen the cam caps to keep the valves closed to prevent BENDING them before, during and after cylinder head work.
bob gauff
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inactualis (12-12-2011)
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It is easier with two camshaft lock-down bars, but you can do it with one. There is a great step by step for changing chains and tensioners. I tried to attach the pdf to this reply, but could not get it to work. If you PM me with your e-mail address, I will send it to you. It might be posted as a Sticky as well.
I am pretty sure the gentleman who compiled this only had one lock down bar. It will probably help you with the valve timing procedure on re-assembly.
I am pretty sure the gentleman who compiled this only had one lock down bar. It will probably help you with the valve timing procedure on re-assembly.
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Not so bad as all that. I had to drill the head off of one head bolt then cut the stud with a hacksaw while propping up the cylinder head. I couldn't get clearance to pull the head off the catalytic converter without cutting the stud. Good news is that after all that fuss the remaining stud came off by hand.
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If you ever find yourself in the position of having to drill off another head bolt you might try going to your locale harbor freight store and picking up a set of spline- sockets. These have multiple uses, one being useful at removing bolts with rounded-off heads. They work great on bad nuts too!! john
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If you ever find yourself in the position of having to drill off another head bolt you might try going to your locale harbor freight store and picking up a set of spline- sockets. These have multiple uses, one being useful at removing bolts with rounded-off heads. They work great on bad nuts too!! john
Related, I once broke a head bolt on my '85 VDP clear down at the threads. As in way at the bottom of the block. Talk about a nightmare repair ...
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