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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: dave.h on 06 April 2020, 19:52:43

Title: Cam set up
Post by: dave.h on 06 April 2020, 19:52:43

Hello (again) it's the Frank Spencer of motoring here again...

As the timing belt gracefully slipped, the cams are now out.

Is it just a case of resetting them to the marks (after removing belt again) then refitting the belt?

Grateful for any help.

Sorry for being a useless pain in the proverbial, I did used to be able to do this before I got this stupid incurable illness.

Title: Re: Cam set up
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 06 April 2020, 20:03:28

I believe Haynes covers the procedure as part of a camshaft change...

Title: Re: Cam set up
Post by: dave.h on 06 April 2020, 20:16:24

Quote from: Doctor Gollum on 06 April 2020, 20:03:28

I believe Haynes covers the procedure as part of a camshaft change...

You're dead right there! Just printing it off now, I forgot I had downloaded the Haynes Manual...……..

Title: Re: Cam set up
Post by: Nick W on 07 April 2020, 12:09:13

Not difficult, if you have the crank tool fitted and aligned to TDC, turn the crank 60°(ish) anticlockwise. Do this gently, as you might need to turn various cams to prevent bending valves. If it isn't fitted, then you need to be especially careful when turning the crank.


 Then set each pair of cams using the gauge and install the appropriate cam locks. This is much easier if you manage to grow a third hand first ;D


Now turn the crank clockwise so the tool engages on the waterpump


Fit the belt as normal

Title: Re: Cam set up
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 07 April 2020, 14:50:12

Or use an M6 nut and bolt with a couple of washers and not drill anything...  :D

Title: Re: Cam set up
Post by: dave.h on 08 April 2020, 12:32:14

Got it done and all now up and running like a swiss watch.

many thanks for the help to you all.