How do you check cam bearing alignment without installing a cam after every bearing? If one is kicked a little when installing, it will give resistance and premature wear if not checked. Great video but just an observation i noticed. We always check with old cam and make sure it spins freely on each bearing.
I take my time to install them properly , check it visually after each one is installed, and try the cam when they are all in . I don't want to put the cam in too many times and scratch journals anymore than I have to . Never had an issue putting the cam in , which is more than I could say for a couple that we let machine shops put in .
I have never lined up the collars, but I debur the bearings before I put them in. I load the tool before I put them in. You can see if they are centered without removing the tool.
By any chance do you know what's the benefits of having a coated cam bearing is, I'm in the process of looking into buying some cam bearings never really heard of coated cam bearings, thanks
Sure , the Same reason people run coated bearings in other places in engines. Lower friction, more scuff resistance in high load , lower pressure or engine start up . They are a generally harder material so they have less embedability . Thanks for the comment, I hope that helps.
@DenisK-s7q The best way is to install it with the tool through the rear of the block. That way, the tool will be straight, and you will not install the bearing half cocked.
@@DenisK-s7q As long as your oil gally holes line up and it is slightly below the front cam tunnel ,around .005 to .010 is what I shoot for. It has to have a little space for the cam retainer plate to sit flush.
Most cam bearings are "dry fit" meaning there should be no lube on the bearing seating surface when installing. Absolutely lube the cam/bearing surface AFTER installation though!
The dreaded cam bearings. You made it look easy, and basic. Which it is.
Saves time dealing with transporting the block to and from. Right on.
Great video explains everything I need to remove and install thks 👍🏾👍🏾
How do you check cam bearing alignment without installing a cam after every bearing? If one is kicked a little when installing, it will give resistance and premature wear if not checked. Great video but just an observation i noticed. We always check with old cam and make sure it spins freely on each bearing.
I take my time to install them properly , check it visually after each one is installed, and try the cam when they are all in . I don't want to put the cam in too many times and scratch journals anymore than I have to . Never had an issue putting the cam in , which is more than I could say for a couple that we let machine shops put in .
I have never lined up the collars, but I debur the bearings before I put them in. I load the tool before I put them in. You can see if they are centered without removing the tool.
By any chance do you know what's the benefits of having a coated cam bearing is, I'm in the process of looking into buying some cam bearings never really heard of coated cam bearings, thanks
Sure , the Same reason people run coated bearings in other places in engines. Lower friction, more scuff resistance in high load , lower pressure or engine start up . They are a generally harder material so they have less embedability . Thanks for the comment, I hope that helps.
How you install the front bearing? Is it done in the same direction as the others or do you install "back to front"??
@DenisK-s7q The best way is to install it with the tool through the rear of the block. That way, the tool will be straight, and you will not install the bearing half cocked.
@@blueovaldude That's what I thought, just checking, thanks for the prompt reply.
One last question, is there a spec for the clearance of the front bearing to the block?
@@DenisK-s7q As long as your oil gally holes line up and it is slightly below the front cam tunnel ,around .005 to .010 is what I shoot for. It has to have a little space for the cam retainer plate to sit flush.
@@blueovaldude Thanks again!
What exactly this tool is? Can you give a link to jegs?
Yeah , no problem. Cam bearing installation tool . Link is in the description. Thanks .
Awesome!
Most cam bearings are "dry fit" meaning there should be no lube on the bearing seating surface when installing. Absolutely lube the cam/bearing surface AFTER installation though!
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Hi, can i have the part number for the cam bearing removal tool pls
Actually you can click on the link in the description and check it out. 🙂
Can't find links with Android phone sorry mate
@@michaelgiglio1571 555-80597 from jegs.