You will need some specialized tools to accurately degree a camshaft. These include a dial indicator with a magnetic base, a piston stop, a degree wheel, a homemade pointer, and a checking lifter.

Engines work best when the right things happen at the right time. For instance, when ignition spark happens too late, you might embarrass yourself on the dyno; when it happens too soon, you might end ...

For years, beltdriven timing drives have been the accepted standard in NASCAR Nextel Cup racing. The same holds true in the Busch Series and Truck Series as well as other top touring racing series.

You just opened the box containing that new monster cam you bought for your hot rod and you can hardly wait to simply slide that baby in place. Piece of cake, you reason. It's going to make your car ...

A detailed tutorial demonstrating the correct installation of the camshaft and timing chain on a Pontiac V8 engine, featuring the use of a degree wheel for precise timing. Crime sparks state of ...

Q: I am sporadically receiving a check-engine code, P0014, on my 2013 Chevy Malibu that has only 30,600 miles on it. The issue is to replace the variable camshaft timing solenoid. Can you explain this ...

GM has announced that all V-8 powered Chevrolet and GMC trucks now feature variable valve timing (VVT) for the 2010 model year. A quick trip back to engineering 101 reminds us that VVT is a piston ...