guys that have installed cams
NEED? No.
The argument is of course:
1. Your'e already there
2. You own a 99'; notorious for oil pump failures ( mine did at 35K, dealer stiffed me )
3. Timing chain loosens up over time; may as well get a new one.
BTW, in January 2000 I bought a 99' T/A after owning a 96 for 3 years. Didn't work on the 96 at all, or any other car I've owned since 1984.
In 2001 I got into autox and started changing the suspension. Bought tools etc, jackstands etc.
When the motor went in 2002, I decided to have a shop do it all. Towed it to NJ from OH and everything. Lasted 12K. I was too afraid at the time to do it.
FF to 2004. Motor died. I decided to pull this motor etc. After doing it, I really wish I had done it back in 2002. As stated, it's not difficult just multiple 'little' jobs. NONE of it was difficult. The baggies with bolts and paper are what is saving me as I pulled the motor in October and won't be able to put it all back together till March. Digital pics of things ( before/after ) helps as well. FWIW, I'm going to pay to have the cam degreed in and timing chain/oil pump installed as I don't see a need to buy those specialty tools. But I'll do all the rest.
Anyway, go for it, the sense of accomplishment is awesome. Master cylinder and clutch install were tougher for me.
The argument is of course:
1. Your'e already there
2. You own a 99'; notorious for oil pump failures ( mine did at 35K, dealer stiffed me )
3. Timing chain loosens up over time; may as well get a new one.
BTW, in January 2000 I bought a 99' T/A after owning a 96 for 3 years. Didn't work on the 96 at all, or any other car I've owned since 1984.
In 2001 I got into autox and started changing the suspension. Bought tools etc, jackstands etc.
When the motor went in 2002, I decided to have a shop do it all. Towed it to NJ from OH and everything. Lasted 12K. I was too afraid at the time to do it.
FF to 2004. Motor died. I decided to pull this motor etc. After doing it, I really wish I had done it back in 2002. As stated, it's not difficult just multiple 'little' jobs. NONE of it was difficult. The baggies with bolts and paper are what is saving me as I pulled the motor in October and won't be able to put it all back together till March. Digital pics of things ( before/after ) helps as well. FWIW, I'm going to pay to have the cam degreed in and timing chain/oil pump installed as I don't see a need to buy those specialty tools. But I'll do all the rest.
Anyway, go for it, the sense of accomplishment is awesome. Master cylinder and clutch install were tougher for me.
Last edited by Viper; Dec 15, 2004 at 05:46 PM.
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I had a rough time with the valve springs under the cowl. It just took awhile longer than expected but very satisfying when finished.
Reinstalling the pully sucked due to lack of the right tools which was previously mentioned. Having the right tools sure does make things easier.
Reinstalling the pully sucked due to lack of the right tools which was previously mentioned. Having the right tools sure does make things easier.
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i was wondering where would i get a Pulley Puller and is it very necessary. because i notice alot of people mention it but is it really needed? just wondering.
Originally Posted by 2000Hawk
i was wondering where would i get a Pulley Puller and is it very necessary. because i notice alot of people mention it but is it really needed? just wondering.
You can buy it at sears or at autozone. The autozone one sells for about $34.99. You can also just rent it at autozone for free, that's what I did.
If your putting the stock pulley back on you will probly need a longer bolt to get the pulley started back on then put your NEW stock bolt back in and finish tightening. Make shure you change that oil pump that why I have a forged bottom my oil pump went out in my stock motor and spun my rod bearings.
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Honestly its not that hard I just did it in two days and everything is fine so far goes for a tune tues, I have a 98 and I decided to take a look at the chain to check it out and it looked brand new after 60K miles(Ive seen lose ones and new ones and I swear this one looked tight and new). By the way I say if your oil pump aint broke dont fix it. Mines worked for 60K+ miles(knock on wood) why would it break now? Dont use pen magnets, I had one break off on the lifter, and luckily was able to get it out after two hours of fishing.
Originally Posted by ss rally red
Yeah that sounds like a cause for no oil pressure 
If you do decide to swap the timing chain or the oil pump, you may as well do them both. They arent that expensive either.