IMS Install Issues?

[dirkdiggler]

Thanks for all the help guys

i did end up getting the flange in after removing the tensioner on the front of the motor.

Anyone have a link as to show me how to check the timing on the motor just to make sure I didnt jump a tooth?

I did remove the green seal things on the front of the motor and the rear but not sure what the timing marks are exactly?

[insite]

here's my cam timing thread:

http://986forum.com/forums/performance-technical-chat/26418-diy-setting-cam-timing-m96-post227748.html#post227748

[dirkdiggler]

Thanks for the nice write-up Kenvin ......... this should be the standard for DIY threads!


I do have one more question regarding the intake cam notch location.

1.) My pulley is set to top dead center
2.) my exhaust cam notches for bank 1 are lined up parallel to the seam between the head & the valve cover

My question:

My intake cam notch(one next to air oil separator thing) is pointed too the right but its not perfectly horizontal like to ones in the pics you provided. Mine is sorta at a angle pointed upwards a little. Pic attached of how mine is situated with all other things lined up. Red arrow shows the angle.

Is this normal??

[insite]

totally normal; you're fine. the one in my pic is actually pointing up a bit, too. the angle makes it look perfectly horizontal.

[dirkdiggler]

Kevin

Mine is definitely positioned a little higher than yours is in the picture......... does it matter just as long as it is pointed in that general direction.


I also put the put back in and siliconed the green cap before I checked on the timing of the other banks

the motor does turn over by turning the pulley and does not bind or get stuck on anything.

I think I should be ok.

if the timing is off on the 4-6 banks will my motor blow up if I start it?

[insite]

you're in good shape. FYI, the green caps are supposed to go in dry.

the timing has to be off a LOT to generate interference between the pistons & valves. the concern here is really drivability; if you're off a few degrees, the car will just run crappy.