Cam bearing removal/installation

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Jul 8, 2009 | 06:18 PM

IntheTrees

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Cam bearing removal/installation

I'm building a 351W for my truck and have it totally dismantled except for the camshaft bearings.

The block is in good shape and I was really hoping to do the whole rebuild in my workshop. It would also be very difficult logistically to get the block to a machine shop.

I have looked around the web for the correct tool, but only find universal ones that are very expensive (>$150) and some sbc ones.

I've also found drawings to build your own, but that could get expensive too, as two parts would need to be made by a machinist.

I've phoned around to rental places and noone seems to have one.

Anyone know where to get one cheap, say <$100?

Or other ideas?

Thanks

Jul 8, 2009 | 07:33 PM

guitarnik

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have you tried renting one? no i dont think you can get a cheap one, nor would you want it. even if you only use it one it will pay for itself in one engine.

Jul 9, 2009 | 11:09 AM

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I've phoned around to rental places and noone seems to have one.

Jul 11, 2009 | 11:44 AM

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Here is one, Ebay# 310154582811. If you keep watching you will get one reasonable.

Jul 11, 2009 | 07:42 PM

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Thanks,
I fianlly found a place that rented the tool to me. It cost me $25 for 24hrs. I spent about 4 hours last night removing the old bearings and installing the new ones.
Can't wait to start putting the motor back together now. Just need a few more parts.