6-years ago wow... just bought this cam tool for $65 on Amoozun. Once the bearings are out, the bare block can get the block all cleaned. Refreshing a 2000 4.0 OHV Ford. I like to watch vids like the tasks at hand that day.
I’m doing cam bearings in my 94 4.9L borrowing an install tool. I picked up a critical piece of info here: test the cam with every bearing install to spot a problem. Thanks great video!
I put a lot of Cam bearings in and one thing I learned is to put a bevel on the camshaft bore which Helps them to drive in way easier without the bearing tearing up on a sharp edge… Keep on rockin…
While I feel like the kind of stuff I'm learning in the DarkMatterPikachu engine build is things I should definitely leave to a qualified shop if I ever need this kind of work done I'm glad you're making the videos. I like to see the equipment involved as well as the skill required in piecing the engine together.
Like the newer format lately. Working side by side with other specialty shops brings your builds to the next level. Very much looking forward to the finish project
Whenever installing cam bearings. And bearings of all types. I always like to put them in the freezer for a couple of hours first. They shrink the tiniest bit and it makes installation much easier. Be sure to dry them off and then lube them so you don’t get any rust. It’s worked for me👍
The reason why i love this guy is because he is real. He does real work like the real mechanic he is. There's so many stupid "car guys" on UA-cam, that mainly make videos like "Why automatics suck and manual is the real stuff" while not teaching a single thing. I disagree with him in some cases, but overall he's the best UA-camer , right after ChrisFix (sorry bro), when it comes to cars.
Those Cam bearing tools can be had a lot cheaper than $600 Amazon has the complete Cam bearing tool with everything you needed for only $89 you guys are making that look a lot harder than it actually is my brother's been doing engines for years and can change those bearings in no time
Great video. My dad is a retired mechanic, my brother is a mechanic. I never thought to ask why they get the machine shop to install cam bearings. When it comes to machine shops, there was only 2 in Red Deer that they would go to. Lee Bros., and Custom Engine Works. Word of mouth, is very important. Back in '86 I went to a new machine shop in town, heard great things about Chris Wood Engines. He expanded, and opened up a shop in Red Deer. Had them rebuild my 340. Valve guide tolerance was too tight, on #1 cylinder, intake valve got hung up, bent the push rod, destroyed the rocker. Went in for warranty, and the clown behind the counter, told me I should of built a small block Chevy. 30 yrs later I'm still regretting not punching him in the face.
No I should have went to a better machine shop because chevys aren't just some magical engines that never fail. They'll fail with shitty work also, and because they're Chevy.
I found a cam bearing tool at a garage sale for 45 monies. I've put several sets in different motors now. And I never knew it wasn't a common shop tool.
The first thing I noticed when I played this video is how HUGE Americans are. You can fit like 4 Dutch people into 1 American. Sidenote, video was interesting as always. Keep up the good job.
What the world considers an entire month's worth of calories, we here in America call that breakfast. That's why big V8 engines are common here, to haul our fatasses around.
We love to work out in our teens & 20s to stay nice and fit. We love our fatty foods like burgers, hot dogs, pizza, tacos, burritos, chinese...oh and let's not forget, BEEEEEER! We love our big V8s. We love invading countries under the pretext of protecting Americans abroad (which I'm against); but our European allies love to call us when they're neck deep in a fascist dictator's shit because just as bigots as some people may think we are, our European allies know that they can count on us fatty Americans.
They have universal fit cam bearing tools for $180- $300 like the one in the video. But a tool for a specific engine style is usually much cheaper than the universal ones. I think the tools for the magnum engines are about the same price.
Lol I love how he says $600 for the tool and that's why he didn't do it yet the link he provides is only $130 and if you look on Amazon the same tools are like $60. It's not science. Just common sense and taking it slow.
I understand. Others probably aren't as understanding about it and what all it takes to make the videos and then upload and editing. Keep up the great work and great informative videos, they have helped me in the past. Especially with my brake issues with my 1977 buick lesabre, turns out my proportioning valve was shot. Have good firm brakes, your the man eric!!
I use to own a Cal Customs Cam bearing install tool set, came with head pieces to install freeze plugs too. Lost it along with all my mechanic tools when my ex wife sold it all for $50 :)
I have never personally taken any engine I built to anyone to install cam bearings. I’ve always done it myself before and after I worked at an engine machine shop. I see this a lot. People claim to be “professional” or “ASE” certified mechanics but don’t install their own cam bearings. I don’t claim to be professional and I’m certainly not ASE certified but I guarantee I much more experience than most modern “certified” mechanics. I understand if you don’t have your own cam bearing tool but if you build often enough you should own one. That is such a simple process. He just makes it seem like it’s not. I recently bought a new cam bearing installer/remover similar to the one he has in the video. Same purpose, aluminum shaft with 5 adjustable ends and several spacer bands and it was under $300. I’m not bashing anyone I’m just saying.
I'm always glad to learn something. I do wonder whether you are asking the questions for my (our) sake or because your are genuinely curious. Doesn't really matter either way I guess. Loving the series Eric! Thanks for sharing with us.
The reason why engineers had the bearings bigger in the other side is because when the cam shaft rotates, it has a push to it when it's spinning.. so the cone shape helps the camshaft to stay in place. If it was just flat all over, the camshaft would try to push itself out the engine by high rotations and thus ruining the bearings.
Looking good Eric it is nice to see the build in all its parts . Justin do you sing? you would've given the late Barry White a run for his money with your Baritone voice !
Notice Justin uses a big hammer for lots of controlled energy delivered in a few blows rather than a light hammer delivering less energy with many blows. He knows how to use his tools.
I think the bearings are different on the O.D. for quick instalation on an assembly line. I'm guessing that way you can put multiple bearings on a stepped tool and install them at the same time.
These videos make my day I live vicariously through you in this project. Hey when will we get to see the new-new suspension going on im really looking foreward to that?
I've rebuilt like 4 or 5 engines completely and this plus putting rings on pistons and pistons into cylinders are the MOST aggravating parts lol! I must commend anyone who does this.
Justin is a nice guy too, he isnt quite as mad as you, but he will learn :-D The fact that he would not reuse that bearing shows how professional he is, its gotta be right :-).
My cam bearings are worn out, cummins 05 with 1.2 mil. Am changing my camshaft- question is, can i just turn it over? All wear are at the bottom, if i do turn em over would they hold up another million? Or even 2-3 years??? Will i need this tool to turn em over?
i have a 03 hummer h2 no oil pressure. replace oil pump clean pickup tube replaced the seal no pressure. can a rod bearing cause no oil pressure. have p0300 code
As a mechanical design engineer and engine builder, there is nothing wrong with reusing that cam bearing that he had to remove because the holes were not lined up. The fit is not tight enough to exceed the yield strength of the material, so there will be no change in the OD of the bearing and no change in fit. Superstition is no substitute for actually understanding the stress-strain relationship for ductile materials.
So, how often do you need to change your cam bearings? If I am just upgrading my cam and visual inspection of the old cam shows no wear on the cam, can I just change out the cam? Obviously, if if you don't have a ton of miles, or rebuilding engine or haven't nicked a bearing during disassembly or re-assembly...
If a cam floats in the block and slams around in there, what kind of damage takes place? I did a timing chain replacement on my 4.2 liter Jeep engine and found the spring on the camshaft thrust pin was not installed the last time someone was in there, which I understand was a part that one of the manufacturing plants had a lot of "extras" of. Putting things together the right way and with the required parts ended up solving what was a mysterious random clank sound coming from deep in the engine. I just wonder what damage was done. I've since put about 10k miles on it and it seems to be doing alright - it just makes standard Jeep engine noises now :)
I believe on the 4.2L engine the ignition systems distributor is driven by a gear on the camshaft so as the camshaft walked in and out of the block the ignition timing was changing which could have causes a lack of power or at the worse, burnt a piston. Since you stated that the engine is doing fine now I suspect that no major damage occurred.
I designed my own tool and had it made my local machine shop for less than £30 (40 bucks). It's a simple tool but it works very well. Ask me if any of you want me to explain how to make it, and swap your bearings for cheap
And people wonder why an engine build costs $10K. I was the exact same as you, Eric, when I had the opportunity to do a build with a very high end engine shop. You are exactly right. You're in Santa's workshop. It's just awesome everywhere you look.
What about camshaft clearance? Do you have to measure the inside of the installed bearing and compare it to the camshaft to see if the clearance is right, or is it just like pushing it in and see if it spins? (V8`s with pushrod style valves aren´t my territory & sorry if i didn´t noticed it perhaps you told us, english isn´t my native language but i´am trying^^)
Recipe to Install at home. Modified rubber expansion/freeze plugs and wait for it.....Co2, dry ice, or propane is your friend here. No 600 buck tool required.
cam bearings have to go into designated spots and are marked on the bearings and come with instruction on bearing locations, please fallow the instructions
if the table were lower or the technician were taller it would be easier,, it seems like the holes should line up perfectly, why would you have to split the difference?
Hey Eric, I need help. My cornbread is coming out way too crumbly, I use two XL eggs, where the recipe calls for only one. Could that be the problem? Oh, thanks for the video! After this one, I wanted to go smoke a cigarette, then take a hot hot shower!! Hahaha, 12 years old!! Cameraman Brian has a backup skill!!
I wonder if it'd be easier to draw the bearing in using a shaft and spacer from the other end rather than pound the bearing in, but I suppose that'd just be another expensive tool.
they spoke of the issue of sharp hard cam lob edges gouging soft bearings, so why don't they put broad rubber bands on the lobs so you avoid this issue and sliding the cam in to try would be quicker?
hey eric your videos are so awesome thanks for all your help, now that's out the way i have a lincoln ls gen 1 i strongly believe i have a blown head gasket maybe worse but i always see videos on 4 cylinders never 8's maybe you could help more then ever with a small video or reply much appreciated keep rocking out and saving lives@ericthecarguy
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6-years ago wow... just bought this cam tool for $65 on Amoozun. Once the bearings are out, the bare block can get the block all cleaned. Refreshing a 2000 4.0 OHV Ford. I like to watch vids like the tasks at hand that day.
I’m doing cam bearings in my 94 4.9L borrowing an install tool. I picked up a critical piece of info here: test the cam with every bearing install to spot a problem. Thanks great video!
I put a lot of Cam bearings in and one thing I learned is to put a bevel on the camshaft bore which Helps them to drive in way easier without the bearing tearing up on a sharp edge… Keep on rockin…
While I feel like the kind of stuff I'm learning in the DarkMatterPikachu engine build is things I should definitely leave to a qualified shop if I ever need this kind of work done I'm glad you're making the videos. I like to see the equipment involved as well as the skill required in piecing the engine together.
Like the newer format lately. Working side by side with other specialty shops brings your builds to the next level. Very much looking forward to the finish project
Whenever installing cam bearings. And bearings of all types. I always like to put them in the freezer for a couple of hours first. They shrink the tiniest bit and it makes installation much easier. Be sure to dry them off and then lube them so you don’t get any rust. It’s worked for me👍
The reason why i love this guy is because he is real. He does real work like the real mechanic he is. There's so many stupid "car guys" on UA-cam, that mainly make videos like "Why automatics suck and manual is the real stuff" while not teaching a single thing. I disagree with him in some cases, but overall he's the best UA-camer , right after ChrisFix (sorry bro), when it comes to cars.
All my life I've imagined how they do it but like you said never got to really see it. It was almost as tedious as I imagined. Thanks!
"Nobody bothers to childproof their engine parts anymore."
INTERNET GOLD!
Those Cam bearing tools can be had a lot cheaper than $600 Amazon has the complete Cam bearing tool with everything you needed for only $89 you guys are making that look a lot harder than it actually is my brother's been doing engines for years and can change those bearings in no time
Great video. My dad is a retired mechanic, my brother is a mechanic. I never thought to ask why they get the machine shop to install cam bearings. When it comes to machine shops, there was only 2 in Red Deer that they would go to. Lee Bros., and Custom Engine Works. Word of mouth, is very important. Back in '86 I went to a new machine shop in town, heard great things about Chris Wood Engines. He expanded, and opened up a shop in Red Deer. Had them rebuild my 340. Valve guide tolerance was too tight, on #1 cylinder, intake valve got hung up, bent the push rod, destroyed the rocker. Went in for warranty, and the clown behind the counter, told me I should of built a small block Chevy. 30 yrs later I'm still regretting not punching him in the face.
No I should have went to a better machine shop because chevys aren't just some magical engines that never fail. They'll fail with shitty work also, and because they're Chevy.
I'm loving these vids, Eric. Showing true engineering at its best.
I am enjoying this series :)
Cool, Kelvinator engines is only 70 miles away, it's good to know of other machine shop options. Thanks!
One can tell you had a blast while doing this. Really cool guys I have to say.
I found a cam bearing tool at a garage sale for 45 monies. I've put several sets in different motors now. And I never knew it wasn't a common shop tool.
Unfortunately, valve guide knurling tools are in most shops.
...they should outlaw the damn things.
He must have the Snap-On bearing installer. I got mine new for about 200$, but then that was a long time ago.
Great family, great video, great entertainment as well as knowledge, thank you Eric and the Frische gents.
The first thing I noticed when I played this video is how HUGE Americans are. You can fit like 4 Dutch people into 1 American.
Sidenote, video was interesting as always. Keep up the good job.
Dirk Jan Swart Americans are huge - That's what she said
Dirk Jan Swart lol wut
In the Netherlands women have HUGE ass and tits. I love Dutch women. This 1 American just ate 4 Dutch women for lunch.
What the world considers an entire month's worth of calories, we here in America call that breakfast. That's why big V8 engines are common here, to haul our fatasses around.
We love to work out in our teens & 20s to stay nice and fit. We love our fatty foods like burgers, hot dogs, pizza, tacos, burritos, chinese...oh and let's not forget, BEEEEEER! We love our big V8s. We love invading countries under the pretext of protecting Americans abroad (which I'm against); but our European allies love to call us when they're neck deep in a fascist dictator's shit because just as bigots as some people may think we are, our European allies know that they can count on us fatty Americans.
SBC cam bearing tool $44 worked great don't need $600.
They have universal fit cam bearing tools for $180- $300 like the one in the video. But a tool for a specific engine style is usually much cheaper than the universal ones. I think the tools for the magnum engines are about the same price.
yep...video makes this look like science. It's easy.
Lol I love how he says $600 for the tool and that's why he didn't do it yet the link he provides is only $130 and if you look on Amazon the same tools are like $60. It's not science. Just common sense and taking it slow.
That is a stunningly beautiful engine block.
Waiting to see more of the fairmount. Been watching older videos of it to get my fix, going crazy not having new videos of it.
You got 2 this week and you'll get 2 more next week. Only so many days in a week man. ;)
I know eric, just busting ya chops. Didn't mean to upset anyone
Not upset. Just putting the info out there. Thanks for the comments.
I understand. Others probably aren't as understanding about it and what all it takes to make the videos and then upload and editing. Keep up the great work and great informative videos, they have helped me in the past. Especially with my brake issues with my 1977 buick lesabre, turns out my proportioning valve was shot. Have good firm brakes, your the man eric!!
Your sleeper is getting out of control I LOVE IT!
I use to own a Cal Customs Cam bearing install tool set, came with head pieces to install freeze plugs too. Lost it along with all my mechanic tools when my ex wife sold it all for $50 :)
Eric's the man!...a real mechanic!
I have never personally taken any engine I built to anyone to install cam bearings. I’ve always done it myself before and after I worked at an engine machine shop. I see this a lot. People claim to be “professional” or “ASE” certified mechanics but don’t install their own cam bearings. I don’t claim to be professional and I’m certainly not ASE certified but I guarantee I much more experience than most modern “certified” mechanics. I understand if you don’t have your own cam bearing tool but if you build often enough you should own one. That is such a simple process. He just makes it seem like it’s not. I recently bought a new cam bearing installer/remover similar to the one he has in the video. Same purpose, aluminum shaft with 5 adjustable ends and several spacer bands and it was under $300. I’m not bashing anyone I’m just saying.
Thanks for asking all of the questions, Eric .
Awesome stuff. I don't think I'd dare to do this myself, but it's really cool to watch.
I'm always glad to learn something. I do wonder whether you are asking the questions for my (our) sake or because your are genuinely curious. Doesn't really matter either way I guess. Loving the series Eric! Thanks for sharing with us.
Just did cam bearings on my first built motor... was interest was a learning curve
Super video Eric, Bryan, Justin. Learned a lot. Thanks a bunch. TTFN
The reason why engineers had the bearings bigger in the other side is because when the cam shaft rotates, it has a push to it when it's spinning.. so the cone shape helps the camshaft to stay in place. If it was just flat all over, the camshaft would try to push itself out the engine by high rotations and thus ruining the bearings.
Looking good Eric it is nice to see the build in all its parts . Justin do you sing? you would've given the late Barry White a run for his money with your Baritone voice !
I love these Kalvinator Engines videos! Really interesting!
hey new subscriber here, Bill Burr Shouted you out on his podcast and I just wanted to check you out, great stuff man thank you
What day was the podcast?
DrTittieSprinkles 10-24-16 Monday morning. Today(the day of this comment)
This guy has the coolest job i can imagine :)
Eric your the best! you explain things so clearly. Love all your videos mate :)
Notice Justin uses a big hammer for lots of controlled energy delivered in a few blows rather than a light hammer delivering less energy with many blows. He knows how to use his tools.
I just hope after this year and a half engine build, the first time Eric gets on the gas hard it doesn't blow up.
I think the bearings are different on the O.D. for quick instalation on an assembly line. I'm guessing that way you can put multiple bearings on a stepped tool and install them at the same time.
Only thing I heard: "it's too big for the hole... stay dirty"...
These videos make my day I live vicariously through you in this project. Hey when will we get to see the new-new suspension going on im really looking foreward to that?
I've rebuilt like 4 or 5 engines completely and this plus putting rings on pistons and pistons into cylinders are the MOST aggravating parts lol! I must commend anyone who does this.
Justin is a nice guy too, he isnt quite as mad as you, but he will learn :-D
The fact that he would not reuse that bearing shows how professional he is, its gotta be right :-).
Yep.
At least on camera :P
Ooow, "Allways with the negative waves, moraity" lol :-D
It is the internet.. some one has to be devils advocate.. and be nasty..
Im just being daft ;-D
awesome friendly engine shop!
My cam bearings are worn out, cummins 05 with 1.2 mil. Am changing my camshaft- question is, can i just turn it over? All wear are at the bottom, if i do turn em over would they hold up another million? Or even 2-3 years??? Will i need this tool to turn em over?
i have a 03 hummer h2
no oil pressure. replace oil pump
clean pickup tube replaced the seal
no pressure. can a rod bearing cause no oil pressure. have p0300 code
As a mechanical design engineer and engine builder, there is nothing wrong with reusing that cam bearing that he had to remove because the holes were not lined up. The fit is not tight enough to exceed the yield strength of the material, so there will be no change in the OD of the bearing and no change in fit. Superstition is no substitute for actually understanding the stress-strain relationship for ductile materials.
Very nice video Eric... and the only thing I am going remember from it in 10 min is:
"Won't someone please think of the children..." :p
So, how often do you need to change your cam bearings? If I am just upgrading my cam and visual inspection of the old cam shows no wear on the cam, can I just change out the cam? Obviously, if if you don't have a ton of miles, or rebuilding engine or haven't nicked a bearing during disassembly or re-assembly...
Nice information . Thanks you guys .
If a cam floats in the block and slams around in there, what kind of damage takes place? I did a timing chain replacement on my 4.2 liter Jeep engine and found the spring on the camshaft thrust pin was not installed the last time someone was in there, which I understand was a part that one of the manufacturing plants had a lot of "extras" of. Putting things together the right way and with the required parts ended up solving what was a mysterious random clank sound coming from deep in the engine. I just wonder what damage was done. I've since put about 10k miles on it and it seems to be doing alright - it just makes standard Jeep engine noises now :)
I believe on the 4.2L engine the ignition systems distributor is driven by a gear on the camshaft so as the camshaft walked in and out of the block the ignition timing was changing which could have causes a lack of power or at the worse, burnt a piston. Since you stated that the engine is doing fine now I suspect that no major damage occurred.
With Camshaft that has a removable distributor gear set, does it matter on the what the camshaft type or hardness?
I designed my own tool and had it made my local machine shop for less than £30 (40 bucks). It's a simple tool but it works very well. Ask me if any of you want me to explain how to make it, and swap your bearings for cheap
you should try and get these interviews on tv, I can imagine seeing these on tv.
easier said than done though
And people wonder why an engine build costs $10K.
I was the exact same as you, Eric, when I had the opportunity to do a build with a very high end engine shop. You are exactly right. You're in Santa's workshop. It's just awesome everywhere you look.
What about camshaft clearance? Do you have to measure the inside of the installed bearing and compare it to the camshaft to see if the clearance is right, or is it just like pushing it in and see if it spins? (V8`s with pushrod style valves aren´t my territory & sorry if i didn´t noticed it perhaps you told us, english isn´t my native language but i´am trying^^)
how can I remove the pulley on my crankshaft 2004 Chevy Tahoe
Can you do cam bearing in car without having engine out !!!
Recipe to Install at home. Modified rubber expansion/freeze plugs and wait for it.....Co2, dry ice, or propane is your friend here. No 600 buck tool required.
is line boring or honing part of the deal, before installing the cam bearings?
In an internal combustion engine am I correct in saying that the cam shaft opens the valve but the valve spring closes the valve?
Yep. ua-cam.com/video/saPGX-1qC4M/v-deo.html
that guy was in the navy!
(tattoo on his forearm was AE. *aviation electricians mate*)
Are the oil hole passages lined up the same on a gm 3.5l?
Beautiful. Good video.
What block is this buddy
Eric you're distracting the guy, he probably only did it 80% right. jk haha
why my VW tdi low power . don't have much power ?!
Will he do a vk56?
SHUT UP INTERNET! 😂
when i rebuilt my 351 eric i tested cam bearing clearances how come this guy didn't?
Have you ever put your bearings in the freezer overnight? Makes life easier.
Hey Eric do you have a fb I could send u a video and u tell me what ur thoughts are
cam bearings have to go into designated spots and are marked on the bearings and come with instruction on bearing locations, please fallow the instructions
A larger tool is always preferable
great video
if the table were lower or the technician were taller it would be easier,, it seems like the holes should line up perfectly, why would you have to split the difference?
one thing I don't understand is the entire build. why is an acura/Honda guy building a foxbody.
Starting a gofundme for the childproofing of engines. THINK OF THE CHILDREN!!1!
Bill burr just gave you a huge shout out
Thanks for your time ETCG! but that looked awkward.
"His stubby tool is too big to fit in the hole" hur hur hur....
Hey Eric, I need help. My cornbread is coming out way too crumbly, I use two XL eggs, where the recipe calls for only one. Could that be the problem? Oh, thanks for the video! After this one, I wanted to go smoke a cigarette, then take a hot hot shower!! Hahaha, 12 years old!! Cameraman Brian has a backup skill!!
were all waiting for that first turn of the key on fairmont!!
I wonder if it'd be easier to draw the bearing in using a shaft and spacer from the other end rather than pound the bearing in, but I suppose that'd just be another expensive tool.
why not put that cam bearing in the freezer for awhile then get it started? might give a few thousandths of tolerance for fitment
So cool.
Dart block?
Legend has it if you comment early Eric will reply!
chris Thomas d e n i e d
Depends on the comment.
You'd think a machinist could build his own bearing alignment tool for the fussy end bearing install.
No one thinks of the "12-year-olds" playing with the "elves" in the machine shop, lol..
"It's not the size of you machine, it's how you use it." hahaha
they spoke of the issue of sharp hard cam lob edges gouging soft bearings, so why don't they put broad rubber bands on the lobs so you avoid this issue and sliding the cam in to try would be quicker?
So.. do these guys watch you videos and if so what do they think? I would guess yes. :)
hey eric your videos are so awesome thanks for all your help,
now that's out the way i have a lincoln ls gen 1 i strongly believe i have a blown head gasket maybe worse but i always see videos on 4 cylinders never 8's maybe you could help more then ever with a small video or reply much appreciated keep rocking out and saving lives@ericthecarguy
Pop the bearings in the freezer for a time before installation.
Just an FYI cam bearing tools are like $60
Cool...guys...
Can I remove the bearings w/ a hammer and a punch?
Funny you should say people at home won’t be doing this!! I’m on an island, no machine shop I know has the tool...so!
why didn't you hone the bearings to fit for perfection
not hone cut to fit inline