camshaft key?

[SRT_DSTRHOLC]

I have a new cam installed and I want to install my timming set, but theres not key on the new camshaft, what do I do? Can i use the woodruff keys from dorman? or what is needed, thanks

 

[70aarcuda]

yes,,,get a key from the local parts store....

bought a couple the last time ....maybe a 1.50 part....

 

[SRT_DSTRHOLC]

do you know what size? and if the key stays in there or do I take it out?


I bought these, will they work http://www.autozone.com/R,3481223/store,5924/shopping/accessoryProductDetail.htm

 

[340sFastback]

I bought these to degree my cam in:

http://chucker54.stores.yahoo.net/ofcamkey.html

It didn't come with a "straight up" key so I bought one of those from the local auto parts store.

 

[moper]

It has to be a snug fit in the cam. There cam be NO slop. I usually take the old one out of the old cam... It should just pop out if you take a small screwdriver and hammer and tap under the front edge.

 

[SRT_DSTRHOLC]

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[SRT_DSTRHOLC]

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[SRT_DSTRHOLC]

I found a key that fit in and needed to be taped in, is there a way to make sure its all the way in with out it tilting?

 

[RedFish]

I found a key that fit in and needed to be taped in, is there a way to make sure its all the way in with out it tilting?

If it is a little low in the front it will level under the cam spocket.

 

[SRT_DSTRHOLC]

ok nice, thanks

 

[340sFastback]

I had to tap mine in too. The cam gear should slide on firmly with no slack.

 

[70aarcuda]

test fit the cam gear before u install the cam in the engine...

 

[SRT_DSTRHOLC]

cams already in