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Should I lock cams to replace tensioners?

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YOUR RESEARCHShould I lock cams to replace tensioners?

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Replace chain tensioners

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I am planning to replace chain tensioners on my '01 3.4.

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I would think you could use the excuse to buy more tools.

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I am planning to replace chain tensioners on my '01 3.4.

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Should I lock cams to replace tensioners?

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I would think you could use the excuse to buy more tools.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I am planning to replace chain tensioners on my '01 3.4. Should i lock the cams in addition to locking the crank?

POST 2Original post

Why wouldnt you? I would think you could use the excuse to buy more tools.

POST 3Original post

Are you able to do this with out splitting the case?

POST 5Original post

Lock the cams...they could turn with valve spring pressure when the chains are undone. Getting the timing correct again if they turn is something you never want to experience.

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