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Triple checked that the cam timing is correct.

Not easy to place the camera at the
right angle but you will get the idea.
The marking will line up against the top edge of
the TB back ...

Updated 28-12-2012 at 12:52 PM by Kaz-kzukNA1

Tags: cam timing, ig coil cover, tb cover, tb tension adjuster, tb tensioner, timing belt, valve cover

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Engine Refresh Stage 2

After removing extra bits and pieces, finally,
the drivetrain is out.








At such low mileage,
quite surprised that this A/C idle pulley bearing was
already started making noise.

It’s commonly used bearing so local bearing shop may
have it in stock but not that difficult ...

Updated 18-12-2012 at 01:02 PM by Kaz-kzukNA1

Tags: ac idle pulley, idle pulley, tb cover, timing belt, timing belt lower cover, valve cover

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Engine Refresh Stage 2

Final chance to check the valve timing before closing the
engine so once again, check and check and check the
valve timing.

Now the engine is closed.







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Updated 15-11-2012 at 12:08 PM by Kaz-kzukNA1

Tags: cam cap, tb cover, timing belt, timing belt cover, valve cover

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TB/WP/Valve Service

After more than 2 months, my boss is coming back from Japan tomorrow so
wanted to finish as much as possible within today.



Started to install the new rubber seals and gaskets on the
TB lower/front/rear covers, IG coil cover and valve covers.








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Updated 10-11-2012 at 12:30 PM by Kaz-kzukNA1

Tags: cam cap, cam holder, cam seal, cam shaft, tb cover, timing belt

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TB/WP/Valve Service

Despite the valve timing issue,
very impressed with the state of the internal parts of the engine.








Front and rear bank cam shaft area.

These photos were taken immediately ...

Updated 05-11-2012 at 01:56 PM by Kaz-kzukNA1

Tags: cam shaft, cover plate, crk, cyl, cyl head, tb cover, tb tension adjuster, tb tensioner, timing belt, valve cover

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TB/WP/Valve Service