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LandonL · 08-21-2010, 11:22 AM

Alright, before I start throwing stuff in the engine I wanna clear up a few things.
First of all, will I be able to install a camshaft gear properly at home, or must I take it to a shop and have them do it? If I am able to, can someone please explain a good method to do so?

On the harmonic balancer of the L6 250 the crank snout is NOT tapped. Is there a tool I will be able to use to easily install the balancer? If so what tool?

Thanks to anyone who helps.

08-21-2010, 11:22 AM	#1
LandonL Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 440	Installing the cam gear, and harmonic balancer on an L6 250 Alright, before I start throwing stuff in the engine I wanna clear up a few things. First of all, will I be able to install a camshaft gear properly at home, or must I take it to a shop and have them do it? If I am able to, can someone please explain a good method to do so? On the harmonic balancer of the L6 250 the crank snout is NOT tapped. Is there a tool I will be able to use to easily install the balancer? If so what tool? Thanks to anyone who helps. __________________ ---\| 1967 GMC Stepside \|-- 250 L6 .030 over ---\| 1985 Porsche 944/1 \|--- Build Thread: '67 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=378640