How to Install Timing Chain Set Dodge, Jeep & Chrysler 4.7 & 3.7L

[@DavidSarasin-nc9nh]

Not all people who make instructional videos are good but you sir did a great job and were very helpful

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, I really appreciate that. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.

[@anthonycapestany7660]

@@martinbuilt how I able to obtain the tool to torque the cam shaft

[@robkittredge6031]

Martin, I want to thank you for the excellent video and instruction regarding what I initially thought was a very intimidating job for a non-professional. My son and I used your video (and one other about removing/installing cylinder heads) extensively to rebuild his Jeep Liberty 3.7 which had a dropped valve seat. Neither of us are mechanics but after watching your videos, we both said "we can do this!". And we did! After everything was put back together, we both held our breath as we turned the key to start it - and it fired right up. For anyone considering doing this job, just watch this video (over and over), follow the steps exactly, and you will be successful. In fact, setting the timing was the easiest and most enjoyable part of the job.

[@EJ.Quarry.Dweller]

And what a great experience to share with our children boy or girl . I am sure he took away much patience knowledge and the reward of success . It will come in handy in the future I am sure and he will say thanks Dad 👍

[@truebeliever5233]

Thank you Mr. Martin, my neighbors think I'm a professional due to your step by step instructions and tips. Please know you are appreciated by so many of us who wouldn't be able to Master the 4.7 V-8 Magnum without you!

[@jonlane2083]

I'm so glad you've taken the time to do the videos on the 4.7L's. I was dreading doing this job but you're so clear and concise with your instructions and tricks for helping folks tackle it. I'm more excited about this now. I'll likely do the 08 cams and intake on my 02 now as well.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you. I appreciate that I'm glad my content gives you the confidence to do this. Thank you for watching.

[@blindfire69]

I am a fan of many automotive channel's But you Sir are a gift from above for the 4.7 world. Simple yet extremely detailed video.

[@shaneamodei6841]

Hi Martin, Thank you very much for this video and tips and information. Your gentle narration is very professional. My customer's Dakota dropped a seat on the right bank making the valve stick open. Same thing on the left bank but unfortunately the number one piston and valve fought it out with the broken up seat chunks to mutually assured destruction. New heads, one piston, and a timing set are now installed thanks to your help. Nothing like a mentor to come alongside.

[@prrmodeler953]

I worked for Dodge for a number of years and that was an excellent video on how to do this. Very strait forward and explained very well.

[@QwertyQwerty-jq3cu]

I assume that you have done a number of these 4.7l's then? Ever have one jump time at initial crank? I just did one, reused tensioners, everything looked good. This isn't the first one I've done either. Hit the key to start it and it instantly jumped time on both heads. Even after retimiing it, I have zero compression on the passenger side and 60 psi on the drivers side. I even primed the oil system the second time, which was too late. Is priming these needed?

[@rangerover46]

Thank you for making this video. I wish there were more videos like this for other makes out on KZbin. Really professional filming/lighting, you have lots of great tips, you’re not cheesy or arrogant. Almost done replacing the timing set on a junkyard 4.7 that I’m going to install in my Dakota shop/beater truck and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this.

[@martinbuilt]

Wow, thank you!

[@gregj.gotham4402]

Just finished doing my timing chains, guides and hydralic tensioners, got the timing cover on my rebuild. Thanks so much for your video I watched it during my install several times to get everything done correctly, so far so good on the 4.7 rebuild again thanks for the videos.

[@DougieD61]

I've see a few really good KZbin videos, and a lot of bad ones. This is the best one I've ever seen. No annoyingly loud canned intro music, clean editing, great preparation and organization, excellent lighting and camera work, and thorough instruction. Thanks much. I'm hopeful that you just save me a couple thousand dollars.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you I really appreciate that I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful. Thank you for watching.

[@tysauce1986]

This engine is so clean it looks like it came from a museum!! But a great tutorial that I've watched at least 6 times now. Amazing videos! I like how you work.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@saulzavala9806]

@@martinbuilt I was wondering if I could pick your brain I am having problems with my 4.7

[@martinbuilt]

@@saulzavala9806 yeah, what's up

[@saulzavala9806]

@@martinbuilt well I changed all of my lifters and after a while started making noise again

[@martinbuilt]

@@saulzavala9806 Did you soak the lash adjusters in motor oil for a day or so? This will work out the air that is trapped in the lash adjusters. And how is the oil pressure? It would be a good idea to run 3/4 quart of Marvel's Mystery oil with the next oil change. I use this in both my 4.7 engines.

[@markoppelt369]

I just want to say thank you in advance. This video is so well done. My truck dropped a valve seat on the #8. Fortunately there is no piston head damage. I will using this to set up my timing chain. Again, Thank you so much!

[@mikehunt8375]

Well Martin, thanks to you I just tackled this and I am buttoning everything up right now. I watched this several times and followed right along with you. Thanks for taking the time not going so fast. Just got to put valve covers on, radiator in, and a few other things. Hopefully she purrs like yours when I finally turn the key. 👍

[@martinbuilt]

Fantastic!

[@GustavoPerez-ce1rr]

a rocker arm fell off on cylinder 2 , put it back on but still loose. I used the washer trick under the lifter and stayed there. Forgot to adjust the timing belt which makes the engine run rough. I watched this video and turn the balance shaft to match TDC and run like a champ. Thanks a lot for this video. You saved me 1500 on repairs

[@marekkuffner2610]

thank you a million times :) best regards from Czech Republic (Plzeň)

[@martinbuilt]

You are very welcome. I'm glad you found it helpful.🙂👍

[@jerryharrison1053]

Martin, I forgot to tell you how much your videos helped me. You are truly a mopar master mechanic. Thanks for your speedy reply.

[@martinbuilt]

Wow, thanks, glad to hear it.

[@Gabe-ol4nh]

I've watched several different videos on this... Martin thank you. Kept it simple, answered question before having to ask. Lol just a true professional and instructor. Thanks again

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, Gabe, I really appreciate that. Glad you like it.

[@AIR_RAM_PERF]

Martin, you have helped more 4.7L & 3.7L owners with your very informative videos than anyone else I know!!! We get customers every day who bring your name up because your videos have helped them with their projects or issue. I think it’s awesome that your name has become synonymous with 4.7L maintenance and performance!!! Keep up the great work!!!

[@martinbuilt]

Wow... Thank you, that is so awesome to hear I sure appreciate that. I enjoy sharing and I also want to make sure the 4.7/3.7 lives on. We also appreciate you and your website you're the only one out there that has any performance parts for the 4.7.

[@jamesdewer]

Performance especially!

[@dustinmagttt6154]

Thank you for making great hands on videos made my assembly and Disassembly easy thanks man you are great

[@Matt-kn3fd]

Thank you Martin!! I'm currently in the middle of doing my timing chain on my 04 3.7 Dakota. You have the best video out. I feel confident doing the job after watching your video. Detailed and not too fast. I'm watching this video and have my Haynes repair manual open. Thank you! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@justScrollin0627]

Man that engine will run a million miles with you owning it👍Really enjoyed the video! Thanks for sharing!🙏

[@martinbuilt]

well will see, glad you enjoyed the video.

[@griffzillagarage]

I was gonna do a video on this. But then I saw yours and thought “Why mess with perfection”? Really nice job bro.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you I appreciate that i'm glad you liked it.

[@richwilson7017]

Hello Martin. I am really enjoying your videos. So informative and easy to understand. I have 04 Dakota 4.7L getting ready to rebuild heads and timing chains. Your videos should help me tremendously. Thank you!

[@redbed55]

Thanks Martin! Helped a ton, along with your balancer installation video! Just did head gaskets, timing, and the whole works. Had to replace the heads, they were cracked between every cylinder. Thanks for making a quality video!

[@vr4787]

Thanks for making these videos, they’ve been helpful in keeping up my 06’ Dakota with the 4.7, don’t stop what you’re doing!

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you I appreciate that.

[@darwinthompson9219]

@@martinbuilt is there any chance i can email u my video or do u have google duo so that i can show u directly

[@martinbuilt]

@@darwinthompson9219 I just got google duo but haven't used it. You can contact me on Facebook messager Facebook facebook.com/Martinbuilt-2351766611763181

[@MrDrew341]

Great video, thank you. As soon as I saw the engine bay I knew that I was about to watch how a master replaces timing gear!!

[@mycods]

Thanks for this. Primary tensioner broke for me too in the same manner. Got one next day for $28 bucks. I'm sure this is a common event. Probably should replace it anyway due to the brittle nature of the plastic. Good video.

[@MrSeebobski]

I too broke it. Replacing all but the gears while I'm at it

[@rigobertohernandez4173]

My friend I just saw this video because I bought a 07 Liberty 3.7 with weak valves, it runs but missing and with this video I am going to do it myself. THANKS A LOT FOR SHARING IT WITH US. GOD BLESS YOU.

[@martinbuilt]

You're very welcome. With the 3.7, there is the additional balance shaft that needs to be timed with the idle sprocket. Other than that, the process is exactly the same as the 4.7

[@stoichiometry147]

Love the post start enthusiasm

[@mattgriffey8194]

1

[@terryaustin1422]

You good sir are a blessing the ziptie trick is genius was dreading the timing chain replacement thinking how was I gonna hold it all in place thank you 👍🇦🇺

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you for watching. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.

[@transportationdisasterprev6250]

Thanks for the video. Great instruction with all the visuals and tips. I watched as a refresher ( tore one down, didn't get heads back for 3 weeks 😢) I feel alot more comfortable taking on this rebuild.

[@martinbuilt]

Glad you found it helpful

[@Tobias-p5y]

Hey Martin i‘m Tobi from Germany and Long time i‘m watching your vids are great you such a good mechanic and i Hope someday i can visit you and we can repair some things together ! It is so good the have you and you help us Jeep Family so often ! Thank you sooo much!!!

[@johnhammond410]

I also thank you for this great video. You made the job clear and easy for me.

[@johnsiira9478]

I'm an old schooled mechanic never been trained just learn as you go so after 35 I've got it, But it is very Nice to view your video it gives me a Heads up on what to expect in engine tear down on my 03 Durango been over heated so thanks find your video's quit informing...

[@martinbuilt]

Thanks for watching, yeah there's always something new to learn especially with today's engines.

[@GarySmythe]

Great video! I like the way you're so detailed with your explanation of everything!

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, I appreciate that.

[@MrAndy1103]

Thanks for your video that solved our problem with the new timing chain job with no start-up because the cam gear is different of early and late version. God bless you

[@LZDEN]

first class work Martin,an excellent job.im very pleased for you.

[@EJ.Quarry.Dweller]

Good Job Victory well deserved Thank You for the walk through . Daughter in college her jeep Liberty has this issue . Been studying before the leap hoping for the same outcome as you had . Step by step meticulous double checking and walk my way to Victory . Well Done

[@mathiaslwolf]

Excellent Martin, man!

[@yeftygonzalez2387]

Usually I work with a Honda 1.7 old engine with one timing change you helped me a lot with my Jeep I miss the timing and chain I mean did Mark on the chain for the left side but other marks are good the engine rotates by hand with no problem don't think I'm good thank you for your help

[@joehoretzki4354]

Incredible video man. Got a 2017 trailhawk that just started a rattle yesterday that I suspect is a timing chain issue. After watching this video and the other showing how to remove the cover, I'm less apprehensive tackling this myself. Your video could save me a ton of money. You explained everything like no other I've ever seen.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, Joe. I really appreciate that. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.

[@ChrisFreeMan8]

"I made a tool for that"... wow

[@ruppertwh]

Keep the videos coming for 3.7L engines. Thank you.

[@robertorivera7486]

Thanks Martin..the most I watch your videos the better I do in mecanic..You explain every Detail.. Blessings!!

[@martinbuilt]

Glad to hear it, thank you.

[@elwero6079]

Best video I found on a 3.7 very very good explaining everything ... the video was like a 1 on 1 person teaching me thanks alot sr keep up the good work

[@martinbuilt]

Wow, thanks!

[@reeaub]

@@martinbuilt how do you use the tool to get passenger sprocket on and off with the rivets in the 2 holes? I've a 3.7

[@grjones520]

Your video has been more helpful than anything that I have looked at to build my confidence to tear into my 2005 4.7 ram 1500 that has a sloppy loose passenger side timing chain that I found while changing lifters that I thought were causing all of the racket in there.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, That could be most likely caused by a hydraulic self adjuster failure or maybe worn out guides

[@jerrymcmanus9366]

Hi, Just wanted to say thank you for a couple of your videos. This one on replacing the timing chains and sprockets and the one on installing solid lifters. I had to tear the heads off my WK grand cherokee to replace some bent valves so I decided to change all the valves, the valve springs, seals and put solid lifters in. I also replaced the timing chain and sprockets along with the water pump and belt tensioner and new fuel injector connectors. Little bit of work but it runs great now. Thanks again.

[@martinbuilt]

Glad you found my videos helpful. Did you have a timing chain failure that caused the bent valve?

[@jerrymcmanus9366]

No, after I installed HO cams the bolt on the drivers side cam came slightly loose, guess I should’ve put locktite on ie, and the timing went off just slightly and caused the 4 intake valves on the drivers side head to hit pistons and bend. The pistons were fine but not the valves. Alls good now. Painful lesson learned though.

[@martinbuilt]

@@jerrymcmanus9366 sorry to hear that, I would be surprised if the bolt actually came loose, what have seen is that you may have thought the cam gear was seated to the cam but in actuality, it is not, and then the cam gear slips and you end up with bent valves and the appears to have come to loose.

[@jerrymcmanus9366]

@@martinbuilt thats very possible. The pin or dowel was damaged too. I’d include de a pic but looks like KZbin doesn’t allow for that in this message area.

[@martinbuilt]

@@jerrymcmanus9366 you can send me pics at Facebook facebook.com/Martinbuilt-2351766611763181

[@travishofmann5675]

The best information on this timing chain on KZbin! THANKS

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you Travis, I appreciate that. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.

[@beehive343]

Martin how I make or get spanner tool like you used in the video on the 4.7 cam sprocket.

[@ysmaelgarcia9900]

Hi Martin,I completely idolize you! Your instructions are so clear! Thank you so much, brother!!!

[@martinbuilt]

Wow, I really appreciate that I'm glad you like the content and find it helpful. Thank you for watching.

[@matty2helpfull]

I put a 4.7 from a 03 Durango into a 01 dakota and because of the timing difference between the two it wouldn't run so I sent it out to multiple mechanics to try to get it running and they all failed so the project got pushed aside now after doing research and ordering new parts its time to put new timing gears and chains and stuff on but ive never done the job before so thanks for making this awesome how to boosts my confidence alot.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, you will also need to replace the 32 teeth to a 16 TEETH CRANKSHAFT RELUCTOR WHEEL

[@matty2helpfull]

@@martinbuilt that should be a part that doesn't get worn out right? Can I just swap from the old motor to the new? Or should I look for a new one

[@martinbuilt]

@@matty2helpfull yes you can use the old one. you will need to pull the engine and disassemble the lower half of the engine to lift the crank out far enough to change it out. you may be better off finding an engine that had the NGC ECM and sell that engine.

[@matty2helpfull]

@@martinbuilt I need to pull the engine again anyway to pull change the wire harness again so I will probably just continue with this one but I'll keep that in mind thank you for all your useful info 😊

[@brucenolen7837]

I watched your video until I had it memorized because it was the most detailed and it went absolutely flawless. My only issue was the LH cam sprocket/gear from Cloyes was not marked "R - V8 - L" (only had "L") and it was missing the holes for the spanner tool. I wanted matching gears but I needed the motor fixed ASAP. So using the old gear as a template I drill holes in the new one so I had a place to attach the spanner tool to torque the cam shaft gear bolts. Hell of a way to cut corners by not drilling two holes and deleting three stamp impressions. Great info, thanks for your hard work putting this video out there. Updated 12/7/2022 -- I replaced timing chains and lifters hoping it would get rid of the famous 4.7 tick and it did for about 4 days but then came back - strange why 4 days then returned ? Updated 12/12/2022 -- Had an oil leak on passenger side valve cover . Didn't have new gasket fully seated at rear corner-- it rolled over and some how got cut. Took about a week for the oil to find the exhaust manifold. Replaced with new one and no leaks. Reply Reply

[@andybilakshow260]

wondering how that worked for you!

[@brucenolen7837]

@@andybilakshow260 It worked great, with no after affects

[@wiley0714]

Nice video Martin. Nice clear shots on the video. I had a diagnosis of coolant in my oil in my 08 3.7. So I'm considering pulling off the head gaskets. While I have all that off I gathered I might as well go the extra step and do the timing chain as well so this was very helpful. Not to mention, I just remembered since I'm doing all that I might as well throw in a new set of lifters.;) thanks!

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you I appreciate that. Glad you liked it and found it helpful. good luck with with your engine hope everything turns out well.

[@timregan2096]

Best How-to video I ever saw. Thank you!

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you I really appreciate that. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful thank you for watching 😁

[@mikehunt8375]

Nice video! Now I just wish you'd come on over here and do it for me. Lol my tensioner just went in my 04 Cherokee. It's middle of winter and I live in an apartment building. Just ordered all the parts and now I'm going to be watching all your videos repeatedly till they come in. Thanks for the very well explained videos. You're a life saver.

[@martinbuilt]

Yeah, I grew up in Iowa, hated working on vehicles in the winter.

[@clodhopper946]

marten Ive worked on cars for 55 years.. Ive noticed that all these cars have plastic backed timing tensioners,,, Like you thoughts on removing the plastic and building back with brass and machining to specs. after watching you , you know what your doing.. thats rare these days. keep up the good work,,

[@MrGoliat6288]

Martin you’re the man. Thanks for the videos. Just finished a timing chain on 05 Ram 1500.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, glad I could help!

[@tavinchurch1414]

Hey @MrGoliat6288 I have the same truck and it just started having a knocking sound that seems loudest from underneath toward the back. But I could be mistaken. But the sound doesn’t go away once warmed up. And is pretty loud. Just curious if you had the same symptoms with truck before doing the timing job. Through research, it seems to me that if it were the lifters starting to go bad the sound goes away after a bit. Thanks for your time. Also Martin you’re the best. Very helpful.

[@Ronnie-zn9sx]

I have a 2.7, this video was the best at explaining the essentials of timing. It is a good guide, I hope I can find one this good for my engine.

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, Ronnie, I appreciate that, good luck.

[@Ronnie-zn9sx]

Any ideas on why the cover will not come off?. All bolts and pulleys removed .

[@martinbuilt]

@@Ronnie-zn9sx are you sure you got them all? Did you remove the belt tensioner, there is a bolt hiding behind that, and the large bolt at the very top of the cover 17mm deep socket?

[@Ronnie-zn9sx]

@@martinbuilt i found the infamous missing bolt, just where you said it was. I had to find it before i went to bed or i wouldn't sleep. Keep you updated.

[@martinbuilt]

@@Ronnie-zn9sx glad you found it, now comes the fun part

[@JF32304]

I know exactly what the "YEAH!!" feels like! Very, very nicely done! Way to go!!!

[@randywillman2642]

Not yet

[@gittyupalice96]

I'm liking these little 8 engines more and more.

[@martinbuilt]

Glad to hear that

[@Carls300zx]

Glad someone finally made a great video. Thanks for informative job

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you . I really appreciate that. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.

[@Carls300zx]

@@martinbuilt I've been looking for head bolt torque specs. I have seen 4 different videos and all 4 tell different specs.

[@joelouis8384]

Excelente video, thanks so much, I have jeep liberty 2007 3.7, I am not expert in mechanic but likes works in cars. Your video helps a lot. From salt lake city utah usa

[@martinbuilt]

I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful. Thank you for watching.

[@carlgibson3389]

Hi Martin! Great video and thanks for doing that. There's just one more thing to watch out for on the "3.7" however. Behind the double gear assembly , there is a counter balance gear that must be properly lined up as the new gear and chain set is being pushed on.

[@martinbuilt]

Yep, that's right ✅👍

[@Coletrain0128]

Yes and now here I am stuck unsure how to time that small gear..

[@EdFromOhio]

I almost just stuck stuff together because it wasn't mentioned and I figured it wasn't important. IT IS. Prior to putting the chains on, look at the very back angled teeth for a dot. Use a grease pen to mark the tops of those 2 teeth since you won't be able to see it once the chains are on. Then when installing, put the dot on the counter balance gear in those teeth so when pushed in place, the dots will be lined up.

[@paulcain4032]

awesome video I have never attempted this but after watching this video i can do this. very methodical, informative on bolt sizes and what steps to follow camera coverage view well done so you are able to see the whole area where you are working. your verbal skills teaching are great. thanks

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you Paul. I really appreciate that. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.

[@Intuitive-jedi]

Hey man, I love your videos!!! Was wondering if u could do more step by step videos on the Dakota.. like removing the engine/ transmission.. how to find A/C leaks.. How to change transmission fluid and differential fluid, spark plugs, alternator, etc .. also how to wire lightbar to Hibeam switch

[@anthonycapestany7660]

This video is going to help me very mucch I am freaking out with three chain configurations

[@arnoldsolis3646]

Thank you for providing that information and how to do the timing chain

[@martinbuilt]

You are very welcome. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful thank you for watching.

[@tigermcflash131]

Super super super video! Thanks Martin from the UK!!!

[@glm88]

Never seen the zip tie technique before - great idea

[@martinbuilt]

I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful. Thank you for watching.

[@mrisrael144k]

Best Video on KZbin...

[@kellytrosper2020]

Hi Martin, I'm using your spring compression tool to get valve seals on. Took the cams out to do it. Think the slop in the timing chain allowed 1 side to skip a tooth down low at the crankshaft. @4:20 you show how to get TDC, then the cam sprocket will have the V8 up, R to right, L to left.. Ensure that config on both sides and I'll be good to install cams? The key will ensure they only can attach to sprockets 1 way I think...

[@c_capp2015]

Thanks for the video, this helped me out a whole lot. What’s the best way to clean up the timing and valve cover surfaces?

[@danpaff3891]

Nicely done. What is the part number of the gasket kit you used in this video?

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, Fel-Pro TCS46000 Timing Cover Gasket Set amzn.to/2NG8e0g

[@kw_ridgeline]

Nice video Martin you're the man! If you did go ahead and remove the hydraulic lash adjusters and rocker arms, you would be able to spin the cam sprocket by hand and not have to mark up your cams to install the chains. Really made my life easier just taking them out. Take care and thanks for the video !

[@martinbuilt]

Glad you found it helpful

[@kw_ridgeline]

@@martinbuilt sure did its nice to see the job clearly explained the zip tie trick made it so easy thanks again!

[@Jobrak83]

I appreciate you for this video Mr. Martin!

[@martinbuilt]

I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful. Thank you for watching 😊

[@fredfred1196]

thanks for tips made my job a whole lot easier. ive been a mechanic for 20yrs and thanks to people like u i learn a lil more everyday👍🏿

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you Fred glad I could help.

[@TexasRoadRanger]

Amazing video!! My 2004 WJ 4.7 V8 has 152k miles and wondering when I'm gonna need to do this job?? But with this video, I'm confident of 'doing' the job... Thanks

[@dougjohnson7907]

Does blue loctite stick to oily threads? I don't think so. Great video!

[@YODAMAN5]

GREAT JOB BRO....IM GOING TO DO MY 3.7 JEEP SOON JUST NEEDED SOME INSTENTIVE...MOPAR FOR EVER...!

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, the 3.7 has a added balance shaft to deal with.

[@jy1235689]

if you don't mind marring up the cam shaft, you can use pliers instead of the cam gear tool to get the cam bolts off.

[@elmeradams8781]

Or use an impact

[@nicholasbrothers8864]

Thanks Martin! Great beard btw. Do you have footage of putting the gaskets together for the timing cover reinstall.

[@kennethkuhn3751]

great instructional video

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you I really appreciate that I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.

[@ptours99]

man outstanding video excellent camera work and explanation

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you Esten I appreciate that glad you enjoyed it.

[@calebwalker9489]

I have a spiral gear behind that main sprockets. To I line that top dot of the main to the spiral one

[@victorrobinette114]

Great video!! So the 08 camshafts have more lift and duration. I have 147,000 on my 4.7 and she runs like a champ. I take good care of her. Changing fluids when called for. 04 Dakota i have. Thanks again!

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, Victor I am looking for Dakota regular cab 2wd for my next project.

[@osca36041]

MASTER AT WORK

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you I really appreciate that.,😊

[@reeaub]

At 5:45 your showing the driver side camshaft sprocket removal with the tool. How do you use the tool on the passenger side with those rivets on the sprocket? Great vid here I go

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you, I remove the 2 bolts in the tool and place one of them back in at the bottom hole.

[@reeaub]

@@martinbuilt i watched your tool building video. I need to remove the nut and bolt that holds timing ring to the sprocket to gain access to a hole. I see the tension is created against that pin hole and the socket hole. Thats what was throwing me off. I really appreciate the quick response

[@martinbuilt]

@@reeaub on the 3.7 are all 3 holes blocked?

[@reeaub]

@@martinbuilt yep. 2 rivets and a allen head bolt and nut. I can send a pic. Don't know where. This started from a dead cylinder and can see the valve seat broke thru top of head to manifold connection. Head job for sure and hoping the cylinder and piston are still good or looking for a used engine

[@andromedanh]

Thank You Sir for quite detailed tutorial. Huge help!

[@martinbuilt]

You are very welcome. I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful.

[@carlosnavarro5649]

Amazing video. Is the procedure the same for a 2008 4.7 HO?

[@steelbak-customs]

For the cam shaft holder, maybe a very small strap wrench? I haven't looked for one, but that seems like a possible solution.

[@martinbuilt]

Yes that would work as well.

[@dwaynealan7256]

Absolutely awesome video Great work

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you I really appreciate that I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful. 😊

[@steven6692]

Great job martin! Im a bit concern about your oil pan containing debries tho. My 04 jeep came from a "dealer" and it's been a guessing game locating parts that where taking off and never went back in the car. Thanks to you i managed to put some of them back. Cheers man!

[@ronandrews-i5d]

Thanks so much Martin! Followed your video to a "T" and it worked out great! Many many thanks! In the video you had mentioned an upcoming video on oil pan gasket/windage tray. Has that happened yet ? I've looked for it but no luck.

[@martinbuilt]

I'm glad you liked it and found it helpful. Unfortunately, I have not made the oil Pan gasket video as of yet. Thank you for watching.

[@nevilperez5058]

highly recommended video for this engine

[@martinbuilt]

Thank you

[@adanreyes4430]

I found out I'm also missing the guide pins. I Uninstalled first cause my buddy who was helping me broke a guide pin and some pieces fell at the bottom. Also I made my chain fall off from its spot. But yeah I'm glad I saw this video.

[@ShermansReviews]

Will i have to replace all fluids when doing this. I can follow along fairly well i think how long so you estimate this process to take? Thanks for the help and great video i am looking forward to using it.

[@pmushrush68]

I'll be doing this to my Dodge Ram 4.7 here soon. I'm glad you posted this. I'll be studying everything you've done.

[@martinbuilt]

Glad I could help.

[@doncline3386]

happy for you, that would rattle my confidence, thanks for the build

[@charlespalmer8586]

Is there agive away on the need for a new timing chain set? Noise at start up when cold? Is there a particular noise to listen for? How to tell if may actually be lifter noise. Is there a mileage at which it would be wise to replace. If you include these diagnostics in your videos I believe they would be as helpful to your audience as the repair procedures. Thanks, good job!!!!

[@EatonDesigns]

Hey Martin, Thanks for the very helpful video. I just replaced the timing chain set but when reassembled with all the marks & links in position properly with respect to each other, both of the new cam gears didn't have the "V8" at 12 o'clock & the "R" & "L"'s weren't at 9 & 3 o'clock - as they were before removing the old gears (and the engine was not rotated during the job). The "V8" markings are just left of 12 o'clock position (no more than 11 o'clock). They appear to be about 1-tooth or chain link off from having the "V8" at 12 o'clock. I reassembled and now engine cranks but doesn't fire & start. Could this be from the cam gears being a bit off as described? If so, should I go back in and reinstall the cam gears so "V8" is a 12 o'clock? This will move the cam gear punch mark for the "R" & "L" to be about 1-link off from the dark chain link that it should be aligned with. What can you advise?

[@jdbeck8]

hey Martin! Any chance we can get some details on how you built that cam sprocket holding tool?

[@martinbuilt]

Here's a video I did on making that spanner wrench. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmHFiYF_a9ClldE Thank you for watching.