From: bob@pelicanparts.com on behalf of Bob at Pelican Parts [bob@pelicanparts.com] Sent: Saturday, May 22, 1999 3:06 PM To: pelicanparts@csi.com Subject: Cam chain tensioner replacement Hi Wayne, I saw you (now "we"!!) had a recent inquiry about this. Here is a brief synopsis of the procedure. If you have a car that needs the tensioners done, maybe we could do an article with pictures. Are you guys in San Luis Obispo? I'm in Redlands (about halfway between LA and Palm Springs). Cam Chain Tensioner Replacement Set TDC #1 cylinder Drain sump Put rear of car on jackstands Drain oil tank Remove muffler Remove AC compressor (don't disconnect the hoses-just remove the air cleaner and put the compressor on an old towel on the air box, where it will be out of the way) Remove compressor bracket Remove air hoses Remove distributor-note where the rotor is pointing, that is where you want it to be when you reinstall the distributor. Remove rear engine tin (covers area above muffler) Remove cam chain covers (you may have to use a putty knife to separate them-be careful not to nick the engine cases) Secure cam chains (use sturdy, soft copper wire, blocks of wood, whatever, just make sure that the chains don't go slack) Remove tensioners (you may have to pry a little-just be careful what you pry against) Inspect all chain ramps, replace all if any are cracked or broken Install new tensioners Replace cam chain covers Install new oil lines Install oil line braces Replace tin (you will need to cut a little notch to clear the passenger side tensioner oil line-I used a Dremel tool with a cut-off wheel) Reinstall air hoses Reinstall AC bracket and compressor Reinstall distributor Replace oil filter Reinstall muffler Lower car Refill oil tank Start engine, check for leaks Bob Tindel