timing

mnewxv · 09-26-2008, 07:42 PM

Was considering changing out the belt and timing gears, but I see these adjustable ones. I havent worked on engines before, but is it a hard job to do this? Can I just bolt on the new gears and belt and be on my way or do I have to set the timing somehow, I have no clue.

oh and another question, do the w58 and w154 use the same driveshaft?

Busted Knuckles · 09-27-2008, 02:59 AM

Whenever you replace the timing belt, you have to re-check the timing. No way around it. My Haynes manual has a good explanation of how to set the belt, and time the gears. Get one for less than $20, and follow the steps.

Plus, I doubt the driveshafts are compatible. The W58 is smaller than the R154.

mrnickleye · 09-28-2008, 11:05 PM

Better have a friend that has done a t-belt with you. look in the FAQ section for some info.

09-26-2008, 07:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
mnewxv 3" Exhaust Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: melrose, ma Posts: 109	timing Was considering changing out the belt and timing gears, but I see these adjustable ones. I havent worked on engines before, but is it a hard job to do this? Can I just bolt on the new gears and belt and be on my way or do I have to set the timing somehow, I have no clue. oh and another question, do the w58 and w154 use the same driveshaft?

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mrnickleye Old Cowboys Never Die !! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Mojave Desert, Calif. Posts: 1,698	Better have a friend that has done a t-belt with you. look in the FAQ section for some info. __________________ Had a Red 1989 N/A. Automatic. Sports Pkg. w/wing. TEMS, and some nice MODS. Sold to a friend 10/08/08.

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09-27-2008, 02:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
Busted Knuckles 3" Exhaust Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 139	Whenever you replace the timing belt, you have to re-check the timing. No way around it. My Haynes manual has a good explanation of how to set the belt, and time the gears. Get one for less than $20, and follow the steps. Plus, I doubt the driveshafts are compatible. The W58 is smaller than the R154.