Genuine Chevrolet El Camino Camshaft

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  Q: What steps should be followed for removing and reinstalling the camshaft in V8 engine on Chevrolet El Camino?

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  If the engine has been removed from the car, disregard the following steps which do not apply. Begin by removing the Intake Manifold, followed by the pushrods from the lifters, which requires the removal of the rocker covers and loosening the rocker arm nuts. Next, take out the valve lifters, ensuring each is kept separate for proper reinstallation. Remove the front grille, then proceed to take out the radiator, shroud, air conditioning condenser, and hood catch support as needed to create space for the camshaft removal. The fuel pump and fuel pump pushrod should also be removed. Following that, take off the torsional damper, crankcase front cover, and camshaft sprocket/Timing Chain. Install two bolts into the camshaft bolt holes to assist in pulling the camshaft out of the engine block, doing so carefully to prevent damage to the Camshaft Bearings as the journals pass through the bearing surfaces, while supporting the camshaft near the engine block. Before installing the camshaft, coat each of the lobes and journals liberally with 'Molykote' or a similar product, then slide the camshaft into the engine block, taking care not to damage the bearings. Finally, reinstall the remaining components in reverse order of removal and adjust the valve lash.