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Old 03-04-2011, 06:19 PM
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Re: Putting the camshaft pully back on, is there supposed to be a key?

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Originally Posted by Cam View Post
If both the pulley and the cam are in good shape and there is a nice snug fit between the two then I would think that would not happen. Not saying that the thread locker on the keyway is a bad idea, but just that it should not be necessary in a properly toleranced set-up. I would also venture to say that a loose timing belt could add to the chance of that kind of damage occuring.
Well Cam, I would venture to say, that when it was assembled at the factory, both the pulley and the cam were in good shape and a nice snug fit, but as you can see it does happen. not only here but at the crank pulley key also.
Using a Lock Tight product on these fits, is very good assurance.

Loose timing belt you have compressed the tensioned, haven't you.

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