Timing chain question I locked the crank?

Tiny
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Removed the chain and guides after I locked the crank and back of the cams using the tools. For the front of the camshaft the tool used that is used only after the timing chain covere is installed? Is that used only when the camshaft sprocket phaser replaced? I am not replacing those so do I still need to use it or skip it? Back is locked and crank is locked.
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026 AT 4:41 PM

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Tiny
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NO - you do NOT need the front cam holding/alignment tool if you are NOT removing or replacing the cam phasers. Let us know if you need anything else. Ken
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Thursday, January 15th, 2026 AT 11:40 AM
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Excellent that is all I needed. Thabks a bunch
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Thursday, January 15th, 2026 AT 11:56 AM
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You are welcome.
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Friday, January 16th, 2026 AT 7:57 AM
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All done, thanks
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Saturday, January 17th, 2026 AT 9:56 AM
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YAY! That sounds good now, nice work! On to the next one :)
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Sunday, January 18th, 2026 AT 9:15 AM

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