[quote=K4KEV;81351]finally finally finally got the bluddy timing cog off the crank.... knackered the oil pump tho (which does not matter since I have a new one to go on anyway)
strange set up the ca18det has a large cast cradle that keeps the mains caps on and also stops any twisting at high torque values which is probably why this engine has really good sturdy internals.
here is that cradle
They fit those girdles to yank motors to stop the main caps fretting at high rpm. They dampen the effect of vibration and stop the caps walking. 4 bolt main caps do a better job but the girdle is cheaper and more than good enough for a road smoker.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Moroso-main-...-/251155721283
Bob