CJG

We are putting the motor back together and I didn't make note of where the timing gears were aligned. The cam sprocket has a dimple in it which makes it easy. My question is do I align the dimple on cam sprocket with the keyway on the crank sprocket? Or the "0" stamped in it? There actually are 2 different "0" s stamped on it, one of which is where the keyway is aligned. Thanks. Oh this is a comp cams 2213 a set and Google isn't showing me what I need unless I'm just blind which could be the case.

svnt442

You have a three keyway set. The keyway has a 0 above it and then offset to the left there is another 0. That is the one to line up with the dot on the cam gear.

CJG

Ok. That's how we have it just wanted to be sure. Thank you very much!

CJG

Sorry another question. I have felpro oil pan gasket set part# os30471c which near as I can tell us the right set. Now, the bolt holes all match up but the gasket just doesn't seem quite right. If you line the holes up there will be a large amount of gasket sticking out the side of the pan edge. Just looking for reassurance or advice on correct gasket set.

svnt442

You're good to go with that set.

CJG

Ok. Just looks strange lol. Thanks.

CJG

I know you guys are going to get tired of me and I apologize I probably have no business even doing all this but not much choice at this point. Comp cams website says during cam break in I need to remove the inner valve spring. How important is this?

MDchanic

If it's a high-lift or fast-ramp cam, it's important.

Breaking the cam in with reduced lobe pressure is essential to achieving proper mating, but avoiding improper wear.

If single-spring setups allowed it, everyone else would reduce their spring pressures at break-in, as well.

- Eric

CJG

Ok. Its a 280h comp. .490 .490 lift.

oldcutlass

Follow the recommended lubrication and break in procedures and you'll be fine.

CJG

Fine with leaving both springs in?

MDchanic

No. Take the center springs out, like it says in the instructions.

- Eric

CJG

Ok. Thanks.