Cam Install Q

[Peter 92TSI]

Hey guys, I did a few searches, and looked at the Vfaq for the lifter removal, but after that point I found no other information about installing cams.

Is it basically a bolt on operations, with the exception that I have to zip tie the cam gears to the timing belt, and then once I am done, make sure the tension on the timing belt is correct. How do I adjust to the correct tension?

And the instrucitons from WebCam says to replaces shims, and other parts.. Is that needed?

Thanks
Peter

[DanGSX]

You need the tensioner tool... RRE sends one with cams when you order them. Otherwise, I would check with a local dealer maybe?

A friend of mine has the tool so I didn't worry about it. Perhaps someone local to you has one.

As far as your other questions, I don't know the answer.

If you're planning on replacing the cams by yourself with no help from anyone who's done it before I highly reccomend you get the shop manual, or the shop manual CD.

[fatass92]

cams are easy as hell to do, just look at the manual for the torque specs and you are set. I wouldn't bother replacing the shims or other valvetrain components unless they are unusually worn or old, I didn't with my webcams. to adjust the tension, you basically play guess and check, its pretty simple to do, follow the T-belt VFAQ. You normally don't need to adjust the tension though. Just set the eccentric pulley to 2-3ft/lbs (basically line the 2 holes upwards) and the auto tensioner should take care of the rest. if the exposed tensioner length is too long take of the belt and try again.

-JOHN