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Old 02-02-2017, 10:45 AM
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i am replacing the head gaskets in my 02 deville. i need to know the best way to hold my cams in place when removing the head. i know they are under pressure, so just any advice on the best way to do it would be appreciated
 
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Old 02-07-2017, 11:35 AM
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They should not move that much for it to be a big deal. Make sure pistons are down in the hole 3/8" of an inch before you put head on should be enough to keep valves from hitting piston. The timing chain installation is somewhat unique. You definitely want service information to reassemble.
 
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