ims retro cam lock

[joe hockin]

Are the tdc and and cam lock just for checking after the job? There is no mention of tdc before extraction or installation. As such, is the cam lock only to check allignment. Not much on this in the instructions...that I saw.
Thanks,
Joe

[randy_k]

Originally Posted by joe hockin

Are the tdc and and cam lock just for checking after the job? There is no mention of tdc before extraction or installation. As such, is the cam lock only to check allignment. Not much on this in the instructions...that I saw.
Thanks,
Joe

I copied this from the LN Engineering website. You can go there and downlaod the PDF file of instructions.
Randy

5. Put engine at TDC, and lock out the pulley so the engine cannot turn over.
6. Pull cam plugs and make note of position. It is recommended that the cams are locked out using factory cam
timing tool. If two sets of cam tools are available, it is possible to modify the tool to allow both sets of cams to be
locked, even with the engine in the car.

[dad911]

Yep, lock crank at TDC, check cams don't move, lock them if possible.

[Wayne 962]

Since for my "set screw" method, you need to find a good spot where the screws will hold, I don't specify putting at TDC, only checking later on after. This is if you don't lock the camshafts.

Pelican Technical Article: Boxster Intermediate Shaft Bearing Replacement and Upgrade (IMS) - 986 Boxster (1997-04) - 987 Boxster (2005-06)

-Wayne