How to Replace The Lifters and Camshaft on a 2013 Dodge Ram 5.7 Hemi (Every Step in 30 Minutes!)
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- Опубліковано 24 гру 2022
- WARNING: IF YOU DECIDE TO TACKLE THIS REPAIR YOURSELF AS AN INEXPERIENCED DIY’ER, JUST KNOW THAT EVEN ONE MISTAKE CAN CAUSE CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURY TO PERSONS OR DAMAGE TO VEHICLES WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OR MISUSE OF INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS VIDEO. THIS REPAIR SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED AND COMPETENT INDIVIDUAL.
If you want to see how I diagnosed this issue, check out my other video on why hemi engines fail. You can find the video here:
This is Why Hemi Engines Fail
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This vehicle took many hours to repair, and the filming and editing also took many hours. My goal was to create a start-to-finish video in which I could document every step of this repair while also maintaining a reasonable length video. Therefore, I do not expound in detail on every step, but instead decided to take an overview approach. That way, someone who is interested in this type of repair can see what is involved and how to fix it without becoming overly bored and having to watch hours of multi-part videos. As a result, this video is intended mainly for entertainment as opposed to being a step-by-step repair guide, although you could probably use this video to guide you if you decide to tackle this job yourself.
In this video you will find:
1. An overview of nearly every step involved in the repair
2. Torque specs
3. A close up view of the failed lifters and damaged camshaft
4. All parts needed to make this repair are mentioned throughout
If you found this video helpful, please like and subscribe. Thank you!
EXTRA NOTE: The truck here is two-wheel drive. If your truck happens to be 4x4, you’ll have a few extra steps to remove the oil pan. You’ll either have to drop the front axle or undo the motor mounts and raise the engine. In some cases, it may be easier to remove the engine entirely. Keep this in mind before starting the job! - Авто та транспорт
Just ripped my engine apart a month ago and replaced lifters, camshaft, oil pump to hellcat pump, timing chain kit, oil pan pickup tube, oil pan gaskets, all other gaskets, spark plugs, serpentine belt, etc. My truck now runs quiet like it's a brand new truck. People just need to take their time and triple check everything. The job is only hard if you make it that way
I'm about to tackle this job on my 2007. I'm pretty mechanically inclined, but have a question. After finding top dead center....installing cam...lifters....putting heads back on...pushrods....etc..do you need to turn the engine manually by hand before starting it with the key to make sure there are no issues? If so, here is my question....by doing so this does it mess with your timing, or is your timing still good since you already found it earlier Thank anyone for some help!
wondering how everything is holding up?,ive been wanting to do the hellcat oil pump upgrade,is it worth it?
@@cameronlujan9320 First off never done this job. Other videos I’ve watched if I remember right, showed there are marks on the chain, sprocket, and block to line up. Also showed in moving it manually. The other made it seem like not a big deal getting it lined up. Take this for what it is and just keep searching youtube for other videos. If I find the one I’m talking about I’ll update with link.
How much did it cost you ?
Good advice,
I couldn’t agree more.
10/10
I just completed this job on my truck, I have zero mechanical experience and I've never done any type of motor work to this degree. I referenced this video from the first step all the way to firing it up for the first time.
The only thing I did different was instal non mds lifters and removed and plugged the solenoids. The truck runs better than it ever has now.
I can't thank you enough for this video I don't think I could have done it without it.
How long did it take
Where did you order your part from
I ordered the full mds delete kit from texas speed it comes with everything you need for the job except for the oil pan gasket and exhaust bolts.
If you go the non mds route you will also need a tuner to disable the mds system in your vehicles computer
@derrickjackson1081 I ordered the full mds kit from texas speed, it comes eith everything you need for the job other than exhaust bolts and the oil pan gasket.
This is the best diy video I have ever seen and I been doing car work for 5 years !
Thanks for the compliment!
Absolutely brilliant video, one of the best representations of a step by step process on a complex job. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. It has been extremely helpful.
Yes I agree. I`m going to have to do this to my Ram shortly.
@@prairiefinish do it sooner than later, prevent those metal shavings from getting in the wrong places
@@ZLUVCRUCE He mentions in the description section about what parts (brands) he going to be using, but I cannot find anywhere in the video where. I
@@prairiefinish AMS racing
@@ZLUVCRUCE thanks!
Thank you so much for this video. Referencing your video repeatedly, among others, I managed to get this done on my 2011 Ram 1500 4x4. Some notes for others who might be forced into this DIY position due to cost. If you have a 4x4, its way harder to get this done. You have to move the front differential, and the 2 drivers side bolts probably took me an entire day just to figure out how to get off. I did this in a small carport without the ability to use jackstands since the ceiling was so low. So it can be done with patience, swearing, and future terrible mood. Since you have to basically take the whole thing apart anyways, I decided to change valve springs/seats/retainers/seals. I also changed the water pump, and deleted the MDS, and installed a new high volume oil pump. Also got new pushrods, head bolts. Basically went all out so my 160k mile truck would be as close to new as possible under the hood. I can't find it, but there was a recent report showing the MDS solenoids block a lot of oil from getting to the camshaft and lifters. That is why I went with the MDS delete. Once again, thanks for this. I had no mechanical experience at all, other than changing oil and batteries. I'm still not a mechanic...but I know a lot more about engines now, thats for sure. Any of you others out there, you can do it, just take your time. Trust me, if you try to complete this in a few days with no experience, you are just setting yourself up for failure.
Thank you for including the torque specs! Saved me a lot of googling!
Probably the best automotive instruction video I’ve ever seen thorough and informative
Fixed a whole truck thanks to this video
Great video! Concise. Clear. No ranting about about this issue. No tuning nonsense. Great job.
Thank you!
Outstanding video! Pretty sure my #2 cylinder lifters are gone, and I've been avoiding this job. Your video and explanation was so clear and simple to follow, I feel like I can take apart the whole engine now, lol. Good Job 😎
Phenomenal Video of this procedure! Fantastic explanations, camera work, lighting, and even where you forgot to put the oil pan gasket on. Thanks so much! We will be taking it to the mechanic to do this particular job!
Thank you! Yeah, probably not something you want to do in the driveway.
Fantastic video, great job. I had a 2013 Ram 1500 4x4, 5.7 and loved the truck, I had a very small Hemi tick since it was new, however I never had any issues. I changed the oil/filter every 3k - 3500 miles.. used the 5w-20 and MOPAR filter, sometimes I would use 5 quarts of 5w-20 and 2 quarts of 5w-30 mixed.. I sold that beautiful truck with 30k miles, no issues ever with anything, mine had the 6 speed auto.
Just wrapped up mine and this video was helpful, oem cam, lifters, MDS delete, it started and runs fine, no CELs or other issues you can do it.....tip...take your time this is not a race, double check your work and you will save yourself in the long run
Definitely one of the best how to video I have ever seen
Sir, that was one of the best filmed and narrated instructional videos I've seen. This will guide me through the process on my 300C
30 year veteran. Excellent work. It’s easier to remove the engine to rebuild it. But I’ve done a few in the car myself.
Did this job on Jeep srt8 6.4 hemi engine and everything went really smooth, the video was really helpful. Thanks for such a detailed instructions and clear video with a sound. Good job
Great video 👍thanks for all the details on torque. Gave me the extra boost in confidence to knock this out myself. Super appreciate ya
I’m glad the video helped you!
Job well do Mr. Fletcher. Editing was better than the movies. 😂😂. 2 thumbs up for some great information.
Incredible video, ill be doing mine next month still waiting on my headers and ARP hardware to arrive.
Great video gave me the confidence to tackle this myself
Thank you
Cool video and thank you for being so comprehensive. Very helpful!
I don't normally do internal engine work. But I have a Durango that needs this done. Thanks for the video!!!
Just made this repair on my Grand Cherokee. Thank you so much for this video as it was my go to during the repair. I actually ended up just pulling the whole engine out because of the oil pan part. Ended up fixing a bunch of other things such as the rear main seal and exhaust manifolds. But this video gave the confidence I needed to do the repair. Thanks so much
My ram just did this and sir I gotta say your step by step is amazing makes me feel better watching how it was done so I can fix mine again absolutely great video on everything
Had 1 question tho does stock cam need a break in time? Or just slap it in and drive like normal?
Wow Jack! I’m having flashbacks from when I did mine. Great job!
Thank you, you help so many of us who just need some guidance for these complex repairs. I need to replace lifters/cam as it is about that time, again. I just can’t do 5k at the dealership for a truck worth about the same. This video will help me, I’m sure. Thank you
Thank you soooooo much for making this video. I know my way around an engine bay but this is my first mopar. You gave me the courage to tackle this project instead of taking it to the dealer and spending 7k. I fired it up tonight and everything came out great! Thank you again!!!!!
With courage and knowledge, anything can be done. It takes both. Thank you for your comment! It means a lot to me. I’m truly glad I could help you.
Do you have a parts list? Tryna figure out everything that I need to do this.
@jackhfletcher with the 4x4 model how difficult is it verses the 2wd? A guy I know wants me to do this on his 4x4 2014. Is there a kit I can buy that has everything or do I need to just piece it all together? His engine has #3 lifter that has left the chat and it has 164k miles on it.
It’s the same from what I’ve seen and I got a 4wd 2017
Thank you for posting these great videos!
Thank you for watching!
Exactly what this guy☝️said! Excellent turorial, and well explained. Liked and subscribed.
Nice job on this video and edits. 145k on my 2013 1500 with the 5.7 appreciate your lesson very well done gets my like and subscribe.
Thank you! Thanks for watching.
I have double that on my 2004 Hemi Laramie but mine is in miles.
All original besides the Front axles.
Breaking down the Hemi right now, This video is very helpful. There is a drain plug on the bottom left side of the radiator. I found this way easier then pulling bottom hoses and taking a bath in anti freeze.
Thank you for not adding the blah, blah, blah add in banter. Great instructions and info. Good job!
You sir made my weekend a breeze!
This was an AMAZING VIDEO, THANK YOU!!!! Considering replacing my timing chain assembly because of the guide rattle, now I may go farther and do everything you did while i'm in there, however, still pretty nervous!
You can do it! Just take your time with it. And buy good quality parts!
Great video, I will be doing mine this weekend.
the best supurb detailed in all steps. thanks.
Excellent Job..!! Great Video..!!
Best automotive video I've ever seen
You helped me a lot, saved my truck and my money 💰. Thank you so much, god bless you.
Couldn't have done it without you bud thank you
Nice work and great video.
Great video, very informative!
Thanks for uploading this.
Thanks for a great and detailed video. My Durango has the squeaking lifter sounds, it’s started not too long ago, I hope there’s still time to save the camshaft, gonna order the new lifters and yeet the old ones.
Great video. I wish I saw this 3 years ago when I did mine.
amazing directions!
Amazing video.... Im getting courage to do it my self
Great video thanks for uploading your the best..
Leave your old lifters installed until you get your block cleaned up kidos
Great video I can't believe the Tube just now put it in my feed
Awesome video!
Excellent video. thank you
The fix is better than the dang truck and traffic tires and gas thanks for showing
I just started helping my neighbor with this fix and no where in the title of you video do you say that this is only for a 2 wheel drive truck. In order to get the oil pan off on a 4 wheel drive dodge/ram truck you have to either lift the entire engine out to remove the oil pan or you have to disassemble the passenger side of the front axle in order to get the pan off. I simply wish that you either re-title this video or at the least make a disclaimer that this only applies to a 2x4 dodge/ram truck. As a humble home mechanic I truly appreciate this video because this helped us immensely... other than the headache we now have encountered midway through the job which is to remove half of the front axle, we're gonna keep on following your advice because you did a great job in this video... other than that disclaimer lol. Which I'm sure you'll fix. Thanks brotha peace out
P.S. The fact that you commented on almost everything's torque spec is extremally valuable
You bring up a good point and I just edited the description to include that disclaimer. I hope things go well with you and your neighbor’s truck.
What are the front differential mounting bolts torque specs? Please help.
4x4 torque specs front differential mounting bolts
@Ferral1000 axle mounting bolts are 81 ft-lbs and the axle housing pinion nose mounting bolts are 48 ft-lbs
Awesome video! Getting flag hours I wouldn't have removed the pan or oil pump but that's just my method of madness
I wouldn't trust the oil pump after seeing all those metal shavings
I'm having issues with a truck I bought my son. Guy said all it needed was a valve cover gasket and a TPS. Well not even close too whats really wrong with the truck. He changed the cam shaft himself but the truck is leaking everywhere even in the main seal. Bolts are broke inside the oil pan. Water pump is leaking. It just gets worse. Man I wish I can hire this guy. He is amazing. You can even hear it in his voice he really enjoys doing this. Please help me.
My 2013 crew cab sport with 150k engine light came on.
Misfire cylinder 6.
Put new spark plugs. Swapped the coils. Cleaned injectors. And I’m still misfiring when I punch it. Idles fine. No crazy lifter tick. But after watching this video I’m going to pull the trigger on a cam swap along with upgraded lifters.
Great video man. Very thorough and straight to the point.
Pull off the passenger side valve cover and crank the engine over while holding the gas pedal all the way down (that way the engine doesn’t start). Have someone crank the engine like that and watch the valves on cylinder 6 and I bet you’ll find one valve that moves less than the other ones. That’s how you know. I have another video on my channel where I do that if you want to see.
Nice video well done.
Amazing Mechanic
Great video
very well done, you made it look so easy that im thinking of doing it my self, at lest , i now have some leverage to show a pro mech. that it can be done for less than $7000 , more like 10 to 12 hrs labor " like the chiltions book allows" will make the est. closer to $2000 to $3500 , thank you for that... hope you get alot of points "likes" for your time spent , you sir did a good deed indeed thanks again aka "clutch"
Loved the video. Thank you for making it. I really enjoyed it.Only wished you would show it in little more detail but that’s just my opinion . Btw, what is the shop labour hours for such job? Thanks again
Thank you. You the man.
Great info in video, im doing my cam lifters timing oil and water on my 2014 5.7 hemi with 74000mi and from what i read is normal worst thing for me was getting the har balancer off lifters seemed fine but going to replace them and a couple of bent push rods so far ill have cam out tomorrow hopefully lol
I can't believe you have to do that to a 74,000 mile engine!
I have 300,000 on my 04 Hemi, never opened the engine for any work.
Just axles, bearings, brakes etc
cool video mate
great video!!!☺
I've done many of these . Yay at all the fun
I'll bring my truck to you and even buy dinner afterwards *
What tool did you use the clean the surface for the head gaskets ?
Thank you so much dude ,I decided not to buy a new truck,and restore my 2013,I ve started on suspension and have been worried about motor because of the mds but my truck runs fine no issies 215k on it ,im replacing all mounts bushings all suspension parts axles bearings you know.painting frame all that but the motor im hoping last for lil longer cause i dont have time to do this job till summer.ive takin care of it still looks new.(subscribed)!!!
@jackfletcher I am going to attempt this project this weekend, your video is amazing and gives tons of information. I do have one question, how do I crank my truck without it starting it if I have a push to start?
When purchasing the camshaft is this the one marked front?
How did you hold the crankshaft when you torqued it
My only experience changing cams is in old school sbc. Is there no cam break in procedure with the hemi?
Great video! Liked and subscribed! 😎🤌🫡
I am getting ready to do this same job as well as fix my grenaded timing components as well and would appreciate a tool list of stuff I need that isn’t normal sockets and wrenches and such
Great video!! Thank you for taking the time to put this all together. I'm getting ready to do this to mine. I'm hesitant to use OEM lifters since this is what failed in the first place. Are you confident that these will last any longer than the originals?
Most of the performance places kits have OEM lifters in them.
As long as you buy the new lifters with larger needle bearings and are meticulous with oil changes , use a good synthetic oil in 0w40 or 5w40, and don't idle your vehicle needlessly , you will have a reliable powerplant.
Did you replace the push rods and bolts for new ones?
Thank you very much for this video. The best I've seen. Quick question , I've seen a few where the oil pan is not removed, did you remove to make sure metal was removed and to more closely verify timing marks or was there another reason. Once again thank you for an exceptional video!
Yes, when I removed the oil pan, I was following the OEM procedure for camshaft replacement. You’re supposed to remove the pan to remove the pick up tube and oil pump. I know some people try to take short cuts, but you really should remove the pan to at least clean out any metal shaving that are sitting at the bottom. On a 2wd truck, it’s not that much more work to remove the pan. On a 4wd truck, it’s kind of a pain but I would still do it.
I’m working on a 2015 4x4. The oil pan doesn’t come out without removing motor mount bolts and raising the engine or dropping the front differential.
However, if there’s not a lot of sediment, there are ways to disconnect the pickup tube from the oil pump without completely removing the oil pan all of the way. There are a couple UA-cam videos about that.
What cam did you use in the video or would you personally use or recomend? I see some forums guys are recomending comp cam, melling double roller chain, and melling HV oil pump, factory lifters
GREAT VIDEO !!
What tool brand or part number
is that harmonic balancer puller tool?
I did exactly what you did but I did a mds delete and when I tried to start my truck, it first said something about 4 different cylinders and then I tuned it to turn off the mds. Then I tried to start it up again and then gaved me a p0300 code saying that it has random misfires. Any ideas what may be wrong?
did you reuse the cam and harmonic balancer bolts?
Wonder what cam u replaced the old one with?
thank you for posting this. I'll be replacing a few things on mine. I'm going with shorties and a bigger throttle body, stock cam but I'm doing away with the mds system. any advise?
Getting rid of the MDS is a good idea. My advice would be to take your time. Don’t get in a rush. Make sure all the important bolts are torqued.
Don't do shorties, waste of time and money for no gains. Longtubes are the deal.
Is it critical to keep the original position for the push rods and lifters?
I'm lost the ground connection behind the heads.
Were is connected ?
Thanks.
was there any consideration to metal shvings going throught the engine? those cam lobes look pretty munched up. Obviously there was a decision to move forward with the job. What your opinion about this? Video really is outstanding.. will have the video close by to do mine.. Thank you!!!
It's great u give tor specs
Would resurfacing the heads be needed?
Great video.....followed along several times...my 1500 has 4x4....unfortunately you have to drop the front transaxle to drop the oil pan.....
On a 4x4 it’s almost easier to pull the engine.
Thanks
My 04 with 300,000 miles says maybe later
hey are the lifters Aluminium or normel steel?
Thank you so much for this video! Question, after putting my engine back together and adding the appropriate amount of fluids here and there, when I crank the truck up it's an extremely rough idle with fluctuating RPM. After the Shakey idle the engine cuts off. What did I do wrong? Any ideas?
Check with a scanner and see if there are any codes. Probably a sensor that you forgot to plug in and the code will tell you which one. Could be another problem but from my experience that’s usually what happens. Let me know if you get it resolved.
@@jackhfletcher ended up pulling multiple misfires from the code reader. Figured I installed the push rods wrong. In the re-disassembly to fix it, I found my intake manifold gaskets were completely useless and flush. Putting everyone back together with new gaskets and resetting the rods extra carefully. Will report back with results!
The only other thing I could think that would cause multiple misfires would be if you didn’t install the timing chain properly. Maybe the timing is off. But it sounds like you have a good plan. Replace the intake gaskets first for sure.
Could i follow these same steps in a 2010 chrysler 300c 5.7 Hemi?
What is the torque on harmonic balancer bolt for 2011 5.7? I need help
What is the attachment called that you are using at 19:41 to clean the heads? It doesn’t hurt it?
It’s a plastic brush attachment for a die grinder. The bristles are plastic so it’s safe for aluminum heads.
Excellent video. Now I know why the dealer wanted $6000 for that repair on my 2015 5.7. Decided to trade it in and buy a new car.
Lucky they let you trade it in
Thanks so much for the video. Very helpful. About how many hours you think it took to do the whole job? I’m going to try and tackle it in the back yard. I have 2 other cars so this one being down a few days is fine. But just trying to guage how long more aless. Im pretty mechanically inclined. But not on a hemi. More Hondas and smaller engines like atvs and stuff. Do you recommend taking it somewhere or is it worth saving the money and trying my self. Thanks in advance!
I’d say somewhere between 12-15 hours. The hemi engine is actually one of the easier engines I’ve worked on. I think you could definitely do it. Really all you need are basic hand tools and a torque wrench. Just take your time and don’t get in a rush.
@@jackhfletcher wow thanks for the speedy response! You are the man! I’ll definitely be trying this out next weekend. Waiting on my 6.4 cam and springs and mds delete with lifters to come in. I have a p2308 and p0303 no tick but it’s misfiring constantly and the coil shuts off after a few secs after start up. Even if it’s not the cam I think it’ll be nice to get it out of the way incase it fails in the future. Engine has 180k and I’m sure it’s had the lifters fail at some point. Thanks again. Have a good night
@@lifeofgabylon keeps us updated on how everything went. I’m thinking of doing this myself if it ever happens to my 5.7 hemi. Keeping my fingers crossed 🤞
@@RickySlatton well I didn’t get to do it. I got surgery on a finger for nerve damage and I’m in recovery. Have all the parts just waiting till my hand is good. I don’t think 1 hand is enough
Does the air intake need to be on for it to run correctly? I have the map sensor plugged im but not running at Ll
Yes, you’ll need it to be connected properly to the throttle body.
How to you take off the crank pulley bolt it moves when I move the breaker bar
11:20 First destroyed lifter in not part of MDS. Is it intake or exhaust? Which cylinder? Seems like two cam lobes were totally wiped out. Was it only two lifters that failed? Which lifters failed?