57 ferguson to35 camshaft installation

57fergieman · Mar 16, 2017

I have ordered a new cam and distributor for my to35 and was just wondering if someone could go through the very basics of the installation with me. anything I need to be aware of or any special points of interest I might look out for. My distributor had a malfunction and damaged the drive gear on my old cam is why I am changing it. also the tappets, will I be able to get them out without flipping the engine block and can they be ground (refaced)or should they be left like they are unless they are seriously worn. thanks in advance for all the help.

Dieseltech · Mar 16, 2017

One tip is, DON'T pull the cam gear in place with the nut, or you are likely to break the cam threaded end..

rockepg · Mar 17, 2017

Dieseltech can you offer an alternative method so fergieman and others know how to properly do it? I know my method is far from perfect but does work. I wrap a rag around the cam from the bottom and hold it while gently taping on the gear with a dead blow hammer. Take a little bit but does work.

57fergieman · Mar 21, 2017

Could you elanorate on your method a little more please.

John Deere D · Mar 21, 2017

Info from a MF Service Manual ...Z134 Engine:

I have NEVER installed a Cam GEAR on a Z134....I'm surprised the procedure did NOT suggest HEATING the CAM GEAR up to 200>220 Deg. F using a TEMP STICK (or equivalent)?

rockepg · Mar 22, 2017

(quoted from post at 21:01:25 03/21/17) Could you elanorate on your method a little more please.

I get my block back this week or next from the machine shop. When i go to reassemble i'll try to take a pic or two of how i do them.

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