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Old 04-11-2013, 02:37 AM   #4
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Am a little confused about what tool to buy to hold cams in place. Pelican recommends a $235 camshaft securing tool. Can I just use the cam shaft lock that comes with the ims bearing puller? I have to get in and replace a chain tensioner and the last thing I need is to add to my grief by getting timing outa whack.
Why are you removing the cam cover to replace a chain tensioner? The four tensioners come out their own ports without removing the cover, but you will need to lock the engine at TDC and lock the cams using the IMS tools to remove them:

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