Does engine need to re-timed if I remove the head

2005 DODGE MAGNUM
167,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ZACHMONT
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If i take the head off would i need to re time the car because it is not an OHC.
Feb 11, 2019 at 11:35 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

Since it is not an overhead cam, it has a timing chain that connects the cam to the crank.

You will not need to retime the motor at all.

Roy
Feb 11, 2019 at 2:47 PM
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ZACHMONT
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Okay thanks. and one more question. if I take the heads off and I need to take the rocker arms off I would need to retime because I’m not an expert on this stuff and I’m not sure how to re time the engine. I know how to do the lifters I just don’t know how to re time.
Feb 11, 2019 at 2:52 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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No, you need to remove the rockers as part of the job.

Then you install them back. No timing required. They just tighten down and no adjustment needed.

Roy
Feb 11, 2019 at 3:00 PM
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ZACHMONT
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Thank you very much. have a good day.
Feb 11, 2019 at 4:02 PM
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Feb 11, 2019 at 4:06 PM