Log in

View Full Version : Any tips when installing cams on a 1g


93gtpeater
06-11-2011, 08:01 AM
I would like to install my new cams today when I get off. I want to do it right the firs 2g time and not mess up anything when I put them in. so does anybody have any tips on what to do and what not to do?

mike55112
06-11-2011, 09:53 AM
Do one cam at a time, use antisieze on the threaded rod to remove tension. I just did cams yesterday on my evo and it was a lot easier than I expected for my first time. Just take your time and torque everything to spec

turbotalon1g
06-11-2011, 12:58 PM
Remove tension a bit zip tie/adhere belt to gears, pull off gears swap cams, put gears back on an voila new cams installed in under an hour and timing is dead on.

93gtpeater
06-11-2011, 01:40 PM
Thanks guys. But iam putting cams in now cause it needs a new timing belt. figure if iam putting a belt on mine as while put cams in.

blackawdtsi
06-11-2011, 03:19 PM
Make sure arrows are where they need to be, dowel pins are UP and tighten your new bolts if you are putting in adjustable cam gears.

1QUICK4
06-11-2011, 04:37 PM
Don't forget to bleed your hydraulic lifters or you "could" bend valves

93gtpeater
06-11-2011, 04:47 PM
I didnt know you had to bleed the lifters

Swanny
06-13-2011, 02:31 AM
You dont

desolate
07-05-2011, 09:49 PM
Cam caps torque 17ft lbs to add in for quick reference. Lol I didn't see it was 3 weeks ago.