valve adjustment?

[E30MACK]

Ok, I know this subject has been beat to death and for most everyone its a pretty easy job. My question is this...I read the pelican parts diy and the thread sticked here and the bentley, what I dont understand is are you adjusting things with the 3mm allen wrench because when I put it in there I dont feel like anything is turning and some sources say to just stick something(small screwdriver or piece of hanger) in there to hold(something?) but i dont feel like it is. I guess I dont get it....sorry for the noob question in advance.

[bernzpeed]

Here you go

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zo_wwLNwPIQ

[E30MACK]

ok, after watching the youtube video I get it thanks. last question is whats the easiest way to adjust the cam each time to be at top dead center?

[Cabriolet]

when i do it, i put a 22mm socket on a ratchet and that on the lower crank. i turn as my dad watches the cam.

[E30MACK]

thanks guys, did it today with no problem at all. runs 10 times better now! def worth the time.

[4drPwr]

In the future you can unscrew the top of the diagnostic connector and jump the starter pin to ground with a piece of decent wire to bump start the cam into position without ever having to move.

[E30MACK]

I like it...Ill try it next time thanks. I put it in 4th gear and rolled it till the lobes were where I wanted them.

[Brandon12V]

I like it...Ill try it next time thanks. I put it in 4th gear and rolled it till the lobes were where I wanted them.

I learned how to do it this same exact way. SUCH a pain in the ass, lol.