I replaced the timing belt this weekend and when I started the engine it had a rough idle. I didn't use the hold down tools, but used the original marks on the cam gears. I also lined up the flats, which were real close to the original yellow marks on the cam gears. I have a 95 Z-34, with 114,000 on it. Change the plug wires while I was at it too. Recently had the intake manifold gasket take a dump so changed it too. Engine has good powera and acceleration when driving but a rough idle. When under load, ie A/C turned on it gets even rougher at idle.
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WARNING: You are about to get a big ass reaming about usuing the stock timing marks so be ready. Ill start, never use those marks unless you make them yourself and alawys use the hold down tools. that is whats making your car ilde rough.92 Lumina euro 3.4 DOHC 139,XXX miles
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I thought so, but wanted to get another opinion. Also, I need an ass kicking instead. The hold down tools look easy enough to make too. Damnit to hell!!!!
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When putting it back together I noticed the bottom gasket for EGR vavle was missing too. What effects would that have?1995 Monte Carlo Z-34 with 141,000 milesComment
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that could cause idle problems also but the gaskets only 2-3 dollars so id get a new one for it.92 Lumina euro 3.4 DOHC 139,XXX miles
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Have one ordered from Advance Auto, be here tomorrow. But still gonna tear down engine and set timing with the hold down tools that are being made by my neighbor at work. Great forum, wish I had found it before I started though.1995 Monte Carlo Z-34 with 141,000 milesComment
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Here we go again
Gonna go get busy doing it right this time, let you know how it turns out.
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HELP HELP HELP HELP
Which point on the front cover is the timing mark.....There is a point facing down and one facing the fire wall and a mark between them. I want to get this right as this is the second time tearing this thing down.....waiting on a reply1995 Monte Carlo Z-34 with 141,000 milesComment
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you dont even need the timing marks to set timing. look at the timing walkthrough on the dohc engine page on the main menu.92 Lumina euro 3.4 DOHC 139,XXX miles
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WooHoo, my Monte is purring like a lion. Thanks for all the info provided on the web site. It is truly a blessing.1995 Monte Carlo Z-34 with 141,000 milesComment
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good to hear it. dont have to much fun now.
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