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Old Mar 9, 2026 | 10:10 AM
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1996 2.3L camshaft retention plate screws

So I have a 1996 2.3L that I am putting back together and am looking for some guidance. I am putting the camshaft back in the head on my 2.3L and I am missing one of the screws that holds the camshaft retainer plate onto the rear of the head. It looks like a 1/4" X 28 screw with an oval head that looks like it has what I describe as a lock washer molded into the screw itself. For the life of me I cannot find a reference to the screw (or the retention plate for that matter) anywhere online. I assume that I can use another fastener and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for an alternative. Oh yeah, if anyone also has a proven method for finding a ¼” screw that has fallen into one of the holes on the top of the bellhousing that would be great. I am also not opposed to and welcome any other tricks, tips, or hazards to avoid while putting the old girl back together. I am going to try and attach a picture that shows the two screws that I am referring to.
 
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Old Mar 10, 2026 | 04:30 PM
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