Help please - Cam timing experts

yellow rose said
You need to degree the cam BEFORE you take it apart and see where it's at.

I've assembled many engines where the costs didn't line up.

You have to verify where the cam is at first.

But were they 3 teeth off? :D
That motor is definitely not at TDC in the pic he posted, but looks like the marks would line up if it was.

Not arguing your point, just noting what I see.