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Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines

Special Tools:






1. Remove the valve tappets.
2. Use a Dial Indicator with Bracketry to measure camshaft end play.
3. Position the camshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
4. Zero the indicator.





5. Move the camshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the camshaft end play.
- If camshaft end play exceeds specifications, install a new camshaft thrust plate.