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Honda GCV 160 timing question, 5.5 hrse

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BLinWMi

08-17-2007 12:36:33




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Hey guys, need some help. I have a 5.5 horse Honda that had a bent crank. I purchased a new crank for it and have installed it. Problem is this engine does not have a gear driven cam, it is belt driven. I do not see any timing marks on the cam or belt to retime it. I know I have the belt in time with the crank because I was able to match up printing on the belt with a mark on the crank. Not sure how to time the belt to the cam though. I have turned the engine thru several revolutions and have it close by looking at piston location compared to valves but that can't be good enough.

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rvaughn801

12-12-2007 08:56:46




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 Re: Honda GCV 160 timing question, 5.5 hrse in reply to BLinWMi, 08-17-2007 12:36:33  
This is an old post, but it may help someone using the search function.

To time the engine after timing belt replacement:
1. Remove the engine (3 bolts, ˝” socket w/swivel, makes it easier to see)
2. Place a drip pan for oil underneath, and remove the OHC cover
3. Remove the recoil starter, get a 19mm socket to rotate the engine
4. Align the two timing marks on the underside of the cam shaft pulley with the front of the motor. They are approximately at 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock, with 12 o’clock being the spark plug. They are viewed from underneath.
5. Rotate the engine until shaft for the key is facing the front of the motor. Use the bolt heads that run down the center of the bottom of the motor to line things up
6. Clean all the sealant material off the OHC cover.
7. Reseal the cover with Permatex Ultra Grey
8. Install the cover
9. Install the recoil starter
10. Install the engine
11. Top off the oil

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rvaughn801

12-12-2007 08:58:24




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 Re: Honda GCV 160 timing question, 5.5 hrse in reply to rvaughn801, 12-12-2007 08:56:46  
After step 5 I should have said, "Press the timing belt onto the cam pulley, making sure the alignment is not changed. If the alignment changes, take the belt off, line things back up and try again."



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baler 46

08-18-2007 07:20:13




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 Re: Honda GCV 160 timing question, 5.5 hrse in reply to BLinWMi, 08-17-2007 12:36:33  
Hi

Might want to try and ask on garden tractors there are small engine experts there.



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