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Old 07-10-2010, 11:29 AM
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Is it possible to swap the cam on a 77' without pulling the engine? Can I gain enough access in front of the engine by pulling the radiator?

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Old 07-10-2010, 12:53 PM
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To get the cam out and in you need the hood off, radiator out and help with the AC condenser, just move it out of the way, no need to disconnect the hoses.
Don't forget to disconnect the battery before you start!
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Originally Posted by mikep3
To get the cam out and in you need the hood off, radiator out and help with the AC condenser, just move it out of the way, no need to disconnect the hoses.
Don't forget to disconnect the battery before you start!
Had to do all of the above and take the actuator can off my LH headlight assy to get the condenser to move forward enought to slide cam out--get you a couple cold cokes and several packs of cheese crackers also--you'll need them!!
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thanks guys, now just have to decide which cam....
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Done a cam swap with radiator out and hood still on car. No AC.

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