Plus rocker arms,pushrods,lifters,radiator,fan,A/C condensor and timing
cover,sprocket and chain.If you're changing the cam significantly you
probably want to upgrade the valvesprings too. This is major mechanical
work with serious potential for error. At least try to find a buddy
that's done it before(successfully) to give you a hand.
Dr. Pat
P.S. Larger ratio roller rocker will give you more lift and quicker valve
times but with same duration/overlap and are a much easier install. What cam
are you looking at?
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>From: Dester223@aol.com
>To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>Subject: DML: camshaft install
>Date: Wed, Aug 25, 1999, 3:52 AM
>
> Hello, DMLers
> I want to make my truck REALLY run and i think a cam change is what i'm
> needing to do. With parts at 109 bucks. i think it's fairly cheap for a
> raised RPM band... Okay, now here comes the problem. This is a 9 hour job
> in the book for the dakotas and at 40 bucks an hour for labor, that comes to
> about 360... I'm wanting to save that 360 and do it myself. What is all
> needed in changing the cam? i know removal of all the accessories (belt,
> pullyes, water pump, crank.) then the intake manifold. Valve covers??
> does anyone have a write up on this or knows how to install one? please
> advise me
> -Dester
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