Quick Timing Question

[Wvdirtroad]

So I have been doing a ton of reading on timing lately. One question that I have- can I use a wrench and turn buckle on the pump boss to move the pump while the engine is OFF? I want to make sure it is safe to do without risk of damaging anything. I have read that trying to adjust it this way while the engine is running is a definite no-no so I will only be making adjustments with the engine off.

 

[jayro88]

Only move the pump when the engine is off. Also, secure the pump prior to starting he engine. Usually I just tighten the top bolt to secure it before starting it up to check the timing. They do make a IP pump wrench as appose to the box wrench.

 

[Wvdirtroad]

Right. I've seen some special wrenches that look like they attach to the injector pump gear. Just seemed like using the boss on the front of the pump with a turn buckle seemed the best way to go with the engine off. Just wanted to make sure there are no ill effects adjusting this way.

 

[Clb]

Just clock it with a wrench and or by the boss the turnbuckle is probably not needed.
Once the 3 bolts are loose it is like a distributor( a bit heavier) some fun will arise getting at the 3 bolts.
Make yourself an ip wrench or 2 once you see whats needed, icanfixall has posted pics of one.
Good luck and have fun.
Cb

 

[icanfixall]

Making a wrench for the NUTS.. Not bolts is not difficult. But having and original wrench sure helps to show the bends and thickness areas. I do have several posts showing this as does Gandalf. As for using a wrench and turn buckle I see no issues doing that. But please do this first before you loosen any nuts. Make a center punch mark in the joint between the pump and the housing. then you can see very nicely that pump has moved because you now have 2 half circle marks.

 

[Wvdirtroad]

Making a wrench for the NUTS.. Not bolts is not difficult. But having and original wrench sure helps to show the bends and thickness areas. I do have several posts showing this as does Gandalf. As for using a wrench and turn buckle I see no issues doing that. But please do this first before you loosen any nuts. Make a center punch mark in the joint between the pump and the housing. then you can see very nicely that pump has moved because you now have 2 half circle marks.

I noticed in another thread where you mentioned doing that. Seems like a good idea so I was planning to do it. Thanks for the replies!