timing question

[ma70turbo]

when doing timing is it necessary to remove the cam gears like the directions states when switching timing beltsand all that other stuff or can i just line up all the timing marks remove belt and put new belt on, and do i have to retime the cps to or no

 

[sogi99]

use the tsrm for backup if you are changing the timing belt you have to take off the crankshaft pulley and covers. to expose the belt before you pull the crankshaft pulley ensure they are properly aligned cranfshaft pulley should be at 0 degrees the cam should be aligned with the notch on the back plate. good luck and have fun

 

[thevork]

Don't remove the gears or cps.
Just make sure timing is exactly at tdc and swap out your belt.
Be sure not to move the gears or crank while the belt is off.

 

[sneakypete]

and make sure the car is in neutral when turning the crank to 0

 

[j3pz]

shaeff's timing link search next time?