Another cam degree question
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Another cam degree question First of all, I did search for the answer, but
If you dont have an adjustable timing set, how do you "degree" the cam besides the dot to dot method? If you line the dots, it is obvious when you are a tooth off. BTW the cam is a T-REX 242.6/248.7-608/614 on a 110.2 with stock heads, stock gaskets and pistons. I will also have the pistons flycut (intake only) for extra insurance. I know it is highly recomended to degree, but is it that critical in my sitution?
If you dont have an adjustable timing set, how do you "degree" the cam besides the dot to dot method? If you line the dots, it is obvious when you are a tooth off. BTW the cam is a T-REX 242.6/248.7-608/614 on a 110.2 with stock heads, stock gaskets and pistons. I will also have the pistons flycut (intake only) for extra insurance. I know it is highly recomended to degree, but is it that critical in my sitution?
It's always a good idea, but if you don't have an adjustable chain, all you can do is install it straight up even if you use a degree wheel. I used a non adjustable chain and installed dot to dot. The only reason I could think of that it would be more crucial for you than normal is the size of the cam you're installing, but even more crucial would be checking p to v clearences, which you're taking care of with the flycutting.
I think alot of people get confused with degreeing a cam and advancing or retarding a cam.
Degreeing a cam is just basicly making sure its right. You dont need an adjustable timing set, just a degree wheel. You are not actually moving the cam in this process.
As far as advancing or retarding a cam without an adjustable timing set goes, Im not sure about Gen3 engines but earlier model engines can use an offset bushing to move the cam gear.
Degreeing a cam is just basicly making sure its right. You dont need an adjustable timing set, just a degree wheel. You are not actually moving the cam in this process.
As far as advancing or retarding a cam without an adjustable timing set goes, Im not sure about Gen3 engines but earlier model engines can use an offset bushing to move the cam gear.
