How To Degree a Camshaft

Check out Kalvinator Engines: http://www.kalvinatorengines.com

If you’re building a performance engine, degreeing the camshaft is a must. As shown in the video, you need to verify the grind of the cam. If you don’t, and there’s a problem with performance later, you have only yourself to blame.

More info from Comp Cams found here: http://www.compcams.com

Thanks to Kevin Frische for his help in this video.

Previous video in the series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=st0X4k3EH18

The #FairmontProject playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L22GsHQi7tU&list=PLSzhQ6St-ov2nxWVKCeU14Vt7JJ_QSZvs

The best place for answers to your automotive questions: http://www.ericthecarguy.com

Camera: Brian Kast

Thanks for watching!

Discussion about this video: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/kunena/18-The-EricTheCarGuy-Video-Forum/66615-how-to-degree-a-camshaft

Tools

Degree Wheel: http://www.compperformancegroupstores.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=CC&Product_Code=4790&Category_Code=

Degree kits: http://www.compperformancegroupstores.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=SRCH&Store_Code=CC&Search=degree%20wheel

Camshaft dial indicator: http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Camshaft-Dial-Indicator,9868.html?sku=58666838&utm_medium=CSEGoogle&utm_source=CSE&utm_campaign=CSEGOOGLE&gclid=CLK8yIqKs9ACFdgDgQod2A4MXg

Piston stop tool: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-900188?seid=srese1&cm_mmc=pla-google-_-shopping-_-srese1-_-summit-racing&gclid=CLeyq6uKs9ACFVc8gQodXmYL8Q

Related videos

Engine dissection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saPGX-1qC4M

The #FairmontProject series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L22GsHQi7tU&list=PLSzhQ6St-ov2nxWVKCeU14Vt7JJ_QSZvs

#DarkMatterPikachu on the Dyno: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UADOHm6-BJc

Engine Balancing Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjuGkXpha8Q

Engine Details

Displacement: 363cid

The Block: http://www.pbm-erson.com/Catalog/PBM/Block%20Kits/KITSBK-29

The Crank: http://www.pbm-erson.com/Catalog/PBM/Clearance/PBM85207

The Heads: https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-6049-X302
Compression: 8.9:1

The Cam: Comp Cams custom grind: 222@.050″ 222@.050 .357″lobe lift .571″ valve lift (1.6 rocker) .351″ lobe lift .562″ valve lift (1.6 rocker) 114º separation 4ºadvance

Modified: Edelbrock Performer RPM intake

The Carburetor: https://www.holley.com/products/fuel_systems/carburetors/demon/mighty_demon/parts/5402020BT

The Distributor: https://www.msdperformance.com/products/distributors/ford/parts/8582

The Ignition: https://www.msdperformance.com/products/ignitions/street_and_strip/parts/6462

The turbo Kit: http://www.on3performance.com/shop/1987-93-mustang-gtcobra-5-0-foxbody-turbo-system/

**Answers to your automotive questions found here: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq

Social Network Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EricTheCarGuy?fref=ts

Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricTheCarGuy

Google+: https://plus.google.com/100195180196698058780/posts

Instagram: http://instagram.com/ericthecarguy

Wanna see more stuff like this from ETCG? Information on Premium Membership: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/premium-content-streaming-etcg-content

Stay Dirty

ETCG

Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information.  EricTheCarGuy assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. EricTheCarGuy recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video.  Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result.  Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not EricTheCarGuy.

source

Author: avnblogfeed

ANGELHOUSE © 2009 - 2022 | HOSTING BY PHILLYFINEST369 SERVER STATS| & THE IDIOTS ROBOT AND CONTROL INC. |(RSS FEED MODULE)| ALL YOUTUBE VIDEOS IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF GOOGLE INC. THE YOUTUBE CHANNELS AND BLOG FEEDS IS MANAGED BY THERE RIGHTFUL OWNERS (AVNBLOGFEED.COM)

28 thoughts on “How To Degree a Camshaft

  1. Thanks for a GREAT video and explaining the what's and why's of cam timing and why you degree your cam. I just spent 3 days trying to get mine degreed in correctly. I kept having issues with my readings. Finally figured out a good place to setup my dial indicator. This is my first performance engine build so I am really trying to pay attention to everything I do as I assemble the engine.

  2. Your the first to explain why the zeroing of the cam wheel is affected by the tdc dwell. While this seems obvious it was the missing link for me. I kind of figure if you can learn even one thing in a video it's a great thing. Thanks.

  3. What is it with old guys being incapable of ACTUALLY explaining what they’re doing. They just throw numbers and jargon out and its confusing for someone who doesnt know what youre saying!

  4. I have built plenty of motors and dont see the this as being critical unless you have an after market cam sprocket that isnt marked. I guess its possible for the pin to be out of place slightly but i would have a serious doubt that the cam would be far enough off to move it an entire tooth so you are really i guess checking if its a cam worth keeping or returning. Personally i would put some faith in todays technology to produce more accurate cams than they use to when timing a cam was more important.

  5. First time building my ls2 and was completely stumped and the cam spec sheet was confusing as hell. Found this video after an hour of trying… this video was super easy to understand and got it timed perfectly to spec the first try. Great video!

  6. You guys failed to explain the benefits of retarding and advancing a cam. Retarded is low end power. Great for trucks and big blocks.Advanced is upper end power. Good for cars and small blocks. This video on how to degree a cam is way more detailed. https://youtu.be/HCJpdEez318

  7. Awesome video. Its not as complicated as some may believe. Follow his step by step explanation and you may be pleasantly surprised. Its a necessary step in building and engine. As opposed to just assembling a bunch of parts. 🤙🏻🤙🏻

  8. Eric: "Isn't that how we learn though? You don't forget when it's the hard way".

    Brilliant! Absolutely true!

    Later in life people look at you and think you never make mistakes. Well ya did once upon a time!

  9. Am I the only one who noticed these two idiots are doing this on number 2 cyl instead on number 1 cylinder

  10. How about a 4v? Building my cobra and I dont want to pay someone because I want to learn. But I have a clean used cam from a buddy out of a couple year older car with more duration but I dont have all the specs like provided on that comp cam paper how would I go about

Comments are closed.