Okay I'm going to replace my headgasket . I'm thinking of leaving the cam gears completely exposed. Meaning no front covers and timing backing plate.
How are u guys going about doings this?
Searched but couldn't find any detail procedure.
The only method I can think of is setting the timing with the timing backing plate on. After timing is set. Remove cam gears and remove the backing plate then reassemble.
Really appreciate the feedback
questions on running exposed cam gears
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Re: questions on running exposed cam gears
Check out the FSM for the 4AGE. It'll be in there. I believe it'd be best to leave those on there and just buy a clear timing belt cover.
I'll buy one after I finish converting to a manual steering rack and installing a new oem exhaust manifold with a mandrel bent exhaust. It'll be a 4-1 exhaust utilizing the oem manifold.
I'll buy one after I finish converting to a manual steering rack and installing a new oem exhaust manifold with a mandrel bent exhaust. It'll be a 4-1 exhaust utilizing the oem manifold.
Re: questions on running exposed cam gears
I would agree with ZINCHOTRAN. The covers are there for a reason. A clear timing cover would give you that look without letting road debris in. It's up to you though.
Re: questions on running exposed cam gears
Thanks I understand some of the concerns but I've ran exposed cam gears on various cars and had no bad experience. Its just idk if there is a method or tricks in removing the timing back plate on the 4age. I can run exposed cams but that back plate still looks ugly lol
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Re: questions on running exposed cam gears
jrae82 wrote:Thanks I understand some of the concerns but I've ran exposed cam gears on various cars and had no bad experience. Its just idk if there is a method or tricks in removing the timing back plate on the 4age. I can run exposed cams but that back plate still looks ugly lol
no tricks needed... 5 or 6 6mm bolts hold the plate to both the head and the block
Remove the plate and paint it(coat it) in a color that either compliments, or contrasts with whatever your chosen timing pulley color is
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Re: questions on running exposed cam gears
Yea I think I'm just gonna eliminate complete. Just the cams and belt. I'll post a pic how it comes out.