5kcstq Timing Belt Woes

[quk@isham-research.demon.co.uk (Phil Payne)]

In message <4b063eaf.355752f9@aol.com> MHLIGGINS writes:

>      Based on your description I think the previous "mechanic" put everything
> back together out of time.  My recommendation:
>
>      1) Put the crank back in place using the proper mark on the harmonic
> balancer.  Check the flywheel end to make sure that mark is also visible.
>      2) Turn the camshaft back into proper alignment.
>      3) Check the distributor to make sure it is properly aligned.

The only safe way to 'recover' from this situation safely is to remove
the camshaft.

Then the engine is turned to TDC as indicated by the flywheel mark.

The distributor is put into place with its marks lined up.

The camshaft is refitted ensuring that the lobes on #1 are pointing
upwards.  When the cam pulley is refitted, only a small movement
of the cam will be necessary to line up the cam belt cover mark.

Then check the distributor again.

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 Phil Payne
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