I'm trying to wrap my mind around the idea of having to buy tools to hold the crankshaft and the cams in place while doing a timing belt change on the Focus.
Why is it not possible simply to mark the positions of the cams and the crank prior to removal and then verify that the marks remain matched after installation?
I've always done this with Hondas in the past, although those engines had but one cam.
Do you really need the special tools, which aren't all that costly, or is it acceptable to just make some marks and ensure that they remain lined up after installation of the belt?
Why is it not possible simply to mark the positions of the cams and the crank prior to removal and then verify that the marks remain matched after installation?
I've always done this with Hondas in the past, although those engines had but one cam.
Do you really need the special tools, which aren't all that costly, or is it acceptable to just make some marks and ensure that they remain lined up after installation of the belt?