I can't even imaging what will happens if this gear come off at 60mph.... You will continue thinking about this weld during your driving.. not enjoying driving anymore
Camshaft Concern
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@cjonezy .
There's alot more to this that only experience or a LOT of research is required to have a successful outcome. Or, pure luck.
1. Somebody "worked" on that cam before, and given the result, wasn't following the factory service manual.
2. Inspection of the cam, lifters, and timing gears, and the cam thrust plate for wear and tear.
3. In my opinion, the cam bearings should be replaced with a new cam.
4. The lifters need to be resurfaced. Pushrods?
5. There's a gasket between the engine block and the front plate that is known to leak. It can only be replaced with the cam gear removed.
6. There's a special plug at the rear of the block (OEM ONLY) that is known to leak, and likely needs to be removed to replace the cam bearings.
Other seals, gaskets, bolts that need sealer, etc I haven't listed.
Good luck!
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This thing is worse than a boat!
Break
Out
Another
Thousand
I'm going to order all the parts and get it done. Looks like I'll be doing lots of research.
rkymtnflyfisher
Trout Bum
Just the beginning
@cjonezy
Just beware, there are a number of nuances regarding F engines that even experienced "engine rebuilders" may not be aware of. Make certain you have a copy of the FSM and go over the details with a fine toothed comb before you start. There's a thread on here entitled "how not to build the 2F". F and 2F engines are similar in many (but not all) respects.
forum.ih8mud.com
You should read the entire thread, but pay particular attention to at least posts 9 and 10.
Just beware, there are a number of nuances regarding F engines that even experienced "engine rebuilders" may not be aware of. Make certain you have a copy of the FSM and go over the details with a fine toothed comb before you start. There's a thread on here entitled "how not to build the 2F". F and 2F engines are similar in many (but not all) respects.
How not to build the 2F
This thread will document common errors in Cruiser engine building. These are in no specific order, just pictures of stuff that has passed through the shop. First, save some money by using the inexpensive HEI distributor. The truck was still running, even with half of the gear tooth worn away...
forum.ih8mud.com
You should read the entire thread, but pay particular attention to at least posts 9 and 10.
@cjonezy
www.deltacam.com
'Mud members speak highly of Delta cam for regrinding cams and lifters. You may want to contact them to find out what they offer.
Delta Camshaft – We manufacture horsepower!
www.deltacam.com
'Mud members speak highly of Delta cam for regrinding cams and lifters. You may want to contact them to find out what they offer.
Are you saying they do not carry F cam and /or ability to make one ?
The picture in the Amazon link that you posted above shows the Melling MC803 drilled in both middle journals. I'm pretty sure that's to accommodate both F & 2F.
EDIT: Delta should be able to resurface your lifters.
EDIT: Delta should be able to resurface your lifters.
