Re: Turning a Spider Engine

[Bernie & Diana Bennett <bennetts@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Octavian,
There is a special tool that fits into the holes in the cam sprocket that can
be used to turn the engine via the cams.
While you're doing this don't forget to put a cloth under the chain, over the
deep hole to the bottom of the oil pan before you remove the clip on the chain
link.  Otherwise you will learn how to remove the lower pan to retrieve the
clip.
Best Wishes,
Bernie Bennett

Octavian I Popa wrote:

> I'm at a loss for figuring out what should be quite simple.  How does one
> go about turning a Spider engine by hand?  I'm checking the valve
> clearances and want to be precise about the position of the cams.  Also, it
> looks like I'll have to change the shims, so I want to put the engine at
> TDC before I unbolt the cams.  Obviously, bumping the engine with the
> starter is not an option.  Do I put it in 4th and roll it?  It still
> doesn't sound like it would be precise enough.  My first thought was to put
> a 38 mm socket on the crankshaft nut, but there's no room in there.  Or is
> there?  Does anyone have a different way of doing this?
>
> Octavian Popa - Issaquah, WA
> '84 Spider
> '87 Milano 2.5

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