Camshaft and Tappets Removal

  1. Rotate the flywheel until the Exhaust Valve is in the fully raised position. Then place a holder (ie popsicle stick) to keep the valve raised. Then continue to rotate the flywheel until the intake valve is raised. Place a holder under it as well, by now both valves should be held in the raised position. This will relieve the force of springs from pushing down against the push rods and onto the camshaft.

  1. Remove the Camshaft by sliding it out, both Tappets should fall out as well be sure to keep them from falling on the floor or getting dirty. See the photo below:

  1. Remove the Crankshaft Gear by sliding it off the Crankshaft as shown: