Thread: Camshaft Refit

I don't think it matters seeing all previous engines had no thrust plate and relied on the timing chain and the cam lobe slope to keep the cams in place.

Some engines used to rattle at idle and a thrust button which rubbed on the timing cover was a factory fix .

But in practical terms I would not be concerned.

Regards Philip A

Water pump gasket, RAVE says to strictly use Shell Retinax LX grease. Where can I find? Are there any alternatives?

I've never used any form of sealant on a water pump gasket in the 7 years I've been P38ing. No leaks, no issues! As long as you've taken all the old gasket and sealant off and the face is smooth you won't have any dramas.

Cheers
Keithy

Originally Posted by Anthony Violi

Water pump gasket, RAVE says to strictly use Shell Retinax LX grease. Where can I find? Are there any alternatives?

I sometimes smear a little grease on the gasket to hold it in place while I get the bolts in, but it's just whatever I have in my grease gun !

Steve

ARP studs in, first torque 100 ft lbs done. Second torque, first stud top centre and stud pulls away, taking thread with it. My fear realised.
Do not know what to do next, help please?
Thanks
Anthony

100 ft/lbs sounds like a lot for something screwing into aluminium. IIRC that's about what we used to do M12 bolts up to for clamping pump flanges together.
I suppose helicoil or something similar is your next step,

What a bummer mate

I did mine in three stages, I seem to remember 33, 66 then 100 and I had no problems at all.

A helicoil will do the job and give a very strong hold, but it's weird you stripped a stud like that.

I assume you cleaned out the holes in the block and got the studs all the way in ?

Good luck
Steve

Hand tightened using Allen key, checked all the heights, cleaned out holes, spotless. The only thing I can think of, perhaps Elgin gaskets too thick?
Helicoils not sure, some have had successs others not. Metal inserts another option. Do these options require engine out?