Does anyone know where/how to get the special tools for the camshaft
removal/installation and the tool for setting the camshaft adjustment ?

 

Hi. You don't need the special tools for taking the cams out. But it would really help if you become a member and then you can post in your signature what year car you have. Depending on the year, you don't need the factory tools or dial indicator to re-install them either. I just used Porken's 32vr to set my cam timing and that was the only special tool I needed.

 

Any of our major parts vendors can get them.
I always use them, as do all of the folks that work on these cars that want to do it the correct way.
I assume you have a 32 valve car.

 

Thanks guys. My 928 is a 1985 32v.
Im sorry Jeff. I'm new to the site and learning my way around. Please don't yell at me again. I'm
very sensitive and may burst out crying......LOL

 

You don't need the special tool, spend money to beer and girls

 

I echo Greg's advise.
I used them when I pulled MY'85 for a bad head gasket. Use the WSM for timing and do use a dial indicator when setting the cams. Use the PK 32vr to check and further dial in the cams.

You do run the risk of damaging the cams on removal and installation if you do not use the special tools

 

Yes you do run the risk. When I did mine, it was a risk I was willing to take. Guess to each his own.

 

Now go clean your room or no supper!

 

I echo Patrick's advice. 928 tools will come and go, but an STD contracted from a woman while you're drunk can last a lifetime

Seriously, Roger sells the PK 32vr; and if you're worried about the cost, you can sell it to me when you're done as i want one for my toolbox. Good luck and please post some progress pictures along the way.

 

I'm 46 and I payed for the damn place. If I dont clean it.. nobody else will !

 

OP click user CP at the top of the page,
then click edit signature.
then add in details about your car

 

You have tools for that


But i would definitely recommend the pk 32vr. Forgot to say that

 

I have Kens tool, and only use the dial indicator method, all but one we have done needed the cam covers to come off any way to have the cam chain pads replaced.

 

Not an expert but - IIRC you need the tool (or at least the gauge) on the 85/86 32v cars to line up the cams as they have no "bumps" on them to know if they are in the correct position.

We have a complete set of the tools we lend out to customers for a $200 deposit and shipping.

 

I am looking to make a set of the Cam Removal tool 9248 out of wood since I have a full woodworking shop c/w CNC router, etc. Anybody have specs on size and shape of this tool so that I can make my own? I will be using it on an 89 S4 engine.

Heck if i have the proper specs and CAD drawings, I may be able to even make a few sets in aluminum if anybody is interested. From the photos i have seen, it looks i just need some 5/8" plate and some 1/4" plate.