Well, I replaced the water pump and also changed out the timing belt and pullies for good measure and thought I could get away with not using the Ford camshaft alignment tool (or even a good homemade tool for that matter).
So I fired it up the other day and it runs like crap so I think I'm off on the timing.
Serves me right!
I've read as much as I could find on here about this stuff. Is it correct that the pre-98 guys have to have a camshaft holding tool to loosen the cam bolts, whereas with the post 98 Zetecs you can hold the cam sprockets with a wrench. When I was in there I don't remember seeing anyplace I could put a wrench on the hold the pulleys.
Has anyone bought the holding tool at the stealership? Seems like it might cost a fortune
. The Autozone and Checker stores could not help. Im going to call some other parts stores tomorrow.
Just want to put this project to bed and start driving this car again!! Damn do I miss it!!
