Re: Installing a Cam

[Sal Guzzo <yu129742@YorkU.CA>]

When replacing the cam, Should I check for valve clearance?  If I do, I
simply replace the shims with appropriate ones or what?  I read the Bentley
yesterday and I noticed that you need to check the clearance and then
replace the shims with the proper ones.  The head was rebuilt in October
and I have only put about 7000kms on it.  What do I do?

Sal

At 03:48 PM 26/08/99 -0700, you wrote:
>SG,
>it is an easy job if are somewhat mechanically inclined. I can replace
>mine in less than 2hrs, I know this cause I had to take it out for smog
>test. you'll want a new valve cover gasket kit (~$5), you need a timing
>light, a BIG crescent wrench. I have a very good guide from an old VW/P on
>just the job. if you want a copy I think I could scan and send it to you.
>I have the same set up in my 81 rocco w/84 JH engine, idles rough and
>seems peppier @ high end over 4500 rpm.
>
>good luck,
>
>jay
>
>
>
>Salvatore Guzzo wrote:
>
>> I just acquired a g-grind cam for my 1.8 JH motor (it's a solid lifter
>> head).  I was gonna have someone install it for me but the financial
>> situation is helping right now.  Soooooooo, I plan on doing the job
>> myself.  How hard is it.  I haven't looked in my Bentley yet, but I
>> thought that I'd ask the list prior to doing the job.  Any hints,
>> suggestions.  Anything that I need to replace while I'm doing the job?
>>
>> Thanks
>>
>> Sal
>
>
>


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