Expert: Skip Bollinger - 10/24/2006

Question
i got an old 83 ranger that the head gasket went on and i forgot to make marks on the cam gear crank and the distributor gear and for the life of me i can't figure how to time it correctly could you PLEASE tell me how to re time it?

Answer
Mike,
  Okay, here is what Mitchel on Demand has to say...
  Align camshaft sprocket timing mark with pointer. Properly position crankshaft so timing mark aligns with notch in front cover casting. Remove the distributor cap and ensure that the rotor is facing the No. 1 position.
  Install timing belt over crankshaft sprocket, then counterclockwise over auxililary shaft and camshaft sprockets. Loosten belt tensioner bolt, allowing tension to be applied to belt.
  Remove all spark plugs. Rotate engine clockwise (viewed from the front of the engine) 2 complete revolutions. Tighten timing belt tensioner bolts to specification.
 IF you don't have the specifications, you can either contact me or go to the library. They have all this information in their "Refernce Section". You can't check it out but you can photocopy pages to take home.
  Anyway, if you have a fax number, I can fax the repair page to you. I hope this has helped you.
  Please remember I'm a Parts Specialist, NOT a tech. Good luck..
Skip
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