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I did the install on my son's 2005 which does not have VVT......make sure you have the manual for all of the torque specs and have a good inch/lb and ft/lb torque wrenches.I'm getting the JW cams (combo) in about a month from now,(maybe earlier), I Like To turn Wrenches , and my ? How hard was your Install? need all the tips I can, Thanks in advance.
Gil
Take your time and stay organized. I built a platform out of some old doors that were approx 10" high so I could stand on the platform to be able to bend over into the engine bay easily.
This engine is like a motorcycle engine on steriods, if you have done a top end on a cycle or ATV this is almost the same. Take your time and follow the manual to the T.......it's not that hard of an install.....I was changing out the 05 intake to an 08 and having the intake manifold out made the install a bit easier along with pulling the radiator out (I was swapping it anyways to Stillen). Be sure to check and recheck the torque specs to make sure which are inch/lb and ft/lb before tightening. The hardest part was the re-installation of the chain tensioners especially the one up top that is almost impossible to see.
Take your time and get the chains on the correct teeth of the cam sprockets with the crank a TDC and put it back together with plenty of Permatex Ultra Grey....I ordered new valve cover gaskets but I don't think I really needed them but wanted to make sure to have them if i needed them.
Good luck