Thread: Camshaft removal tips from the veterans

TD5 or V8?

Originally Posted by rick130

TD5 or V8?

V8. 2004 model if that makes any difference

What else could cause it to run out of breath?

With radiator and timing cover and gear removed the cam should just pull out. New cam, lifters needed - you need to take advice on whether cam bearings should be replaced - normally I wouldn't unless something obvious but you are hi kms. This engine can only take a single timng chain so is likely stretched a bit so new timing gear as well.

Garry

Originally Posted by Bohica

What else could cause it to run out of breath?

Lack of forced induction

Originally Posted by 101RRS

With radiator and timing cover and gear removed the cam should just pull out. New cam, lifters needed -

This engine can only take a single timng chain so is likely stretched a bit so new timing gear as well.

Garry

I was looking at full kits with cam, lifters, chain, sproket etc etc.

Just wondering if there was any other hidden nasties to look out for while i was there.

Depending on driving style - eg towing, torque etc consider an specialist cam with characteristics suited to your driving. However if you are happy with what you have just a standard cam. With timing cover off (at your km) consider a new oil pump, renew serp belt pully and tensioner bearings or just replace. Other than cam bearings in the block there is not much else.

Also consider buying one of these

https://www.amazon.com/Land-Rover-3-.../dp/1855205289

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Garry

In an RRC you can also just lift the aircon condenser with say a come along so that it clears the cam coming out.

I do not know about a D2 , but hope it is possible to do it also, as it is a PITA to degas the aircon to remove the condenser and then recharge it.
Regards PhilipA