how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move?
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how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move?
could someone explain this to me. i would appreciate it. thanks in adv
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Re: how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move? (boostedeg6)
It's kinda tough to explain...but basically, since the cams are under spring pressure, you are actually just moving the crank from Top Dead Center..
I typed out three different ways to try and explain it, but ended up deleting them all, because they were too tough to understand. Maybe someone else can explain it better.
I typed out three different ways to try and explain it, but ended up deleting them all, because they were too tough to understand. Maybe someone else can explain it better.
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Re: how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move? (martini)
i still don't understand how it is moved from tdc by just moving the sprocket itself. but thanks for the effort of the explanation i'm sure you have a very good understanding of it.
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Re: how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move? (boostedeg6)
Changing the setting on the cam sprokets changes the orientation of the cam in relation to the crank. I hope that this short and sweet explanation works for you.
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Re: how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move? (92CivicSiR)
so, i slide off the timing belt, and adjust the cam sprocket and slide the belt back on and adjust the tension as well?
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Re: how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move? (rainforest)
trust us, it's a VERY easy adjustment... VERY easy... <5 minutes, whether it be for your DOHC or SOHC motor...
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Re: how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move? (DunReit)
excuse my ignorance. so, what i do is, leave the timing belt on, but how do i adjust the sprocket? do i use a 12mm socket and rachet to turn the camshaft while the bolts on the sprocket are loose?
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Re: how does the timing change with cam sprockets if the cam itself doesn't move? (boostedeg6)
loosen the adjustment bolts on your sprockets. you'll have 3-6 of them most likely. once those are loose, use a 14mm on the middle bolt to turn the sprocket. then tighten down the adjustment bolts and you're done. simple..
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