how do i torque the cam pulleys

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i just put on new cam seals and etc. now its time to torque the pulleys or sprockets back onto the cams. I dont have a special tool to hold the cam steady while i torque the pulleys onto the cam, i was wondering if anybody has a technique or improvised way to do this..

[chevelle5434]

You will need to take the valve covers back off, there is a spot on the cam to put a wrench. I think its like a 22 mm wrench you will need. Hold the wrench in place while torquing the bolt for the cam pulleys.

[oohnoo]

Big ass adjustable wrench on the hex portion of the cam. Just be carefull not to touch the cam lobe. I also lean the wrench against the head as a brace only on the far side (Front intake, rear exhaust) standing at the engine front. For the other near side (front exhaust, rear intake) I place a block of wood as I was always afraid it could crack the head wall.

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Originally Posted by chevelle5434

You will need to take the valve covers back off, there is a spot on the cam to put a wrench. I think its like a 22 mm wrench you will need. Hold the wrench in place while torquing the bolt for the cam pulleys.

thanks a million..you saved me..big time!!!!!!

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Originally Posted by oohnoo

Big ass adjustable wrench on the hex portion of the cam. Just be carefull not to touch the cam lobe. I also lean the wrench against the head as a brace only on the far side (Front intake, rear exhaust) standing at the engine front. For the other near side (front exhaust, rear intake) I place a block of wood as I was always afraid it could crack the head wall.

thanks for the replies fellas