| Diagram | Fig. 1 — CRANKSHAFT AND CONNECTING RODS · ref 27 |
| Subsystem | engine bottom |
| Listed in parts books | 1974 |
Camshaft pinion
Camshaft pinion, part 71-2717, part of the timing gear train on the crankshaft assembly.
This is the camshaft pinion, part number 71-2717, listed under the crankshaft and connecting rods section of the parts book. A pinion like this rides on the camshaft and meshes with the timing gear train, so it plays a part in keeping cam timing correct as the engine turns over.
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Our catalog record only shows this part appearing in 1974 listings, so that's the extent of what we can confirm from our own records. If you're matching this against an engine of a different year, bring in your existing part or the number off it and we'll check before you buy.
Given where it sits in the timing gear train, wear here usually shows up as slack or noise in the timing chest rather than anything dramatic, so it's worth a look if you're already in there for other reasons.
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