How to set time after putting on a timing chain on a 88 dodge ram with a 318 motor

Hi, procedure is pasted below. Please let me know if you have questions, and thanks for using FixYa.

To install:

1. Place the timing chain around both sprockets. Be sure that the timing marks are in alignment.

Fig. Fig. 6: V-6 and V-8 timing mark alignment


CAUTION When installing the timing chain, have an assistant support the camshaft with a suitable tool to prevent it from contacting the plug in the rear of the engine block. Remove the distributor and the oil pump/distributor drive gear. Position the suitable tool against the rear side of the cam gear and be careful not to damage the cam lobes.

1. Turn the crankshaft and camshaft to align them with the keyway location in the crankshaft sprocket and the keyway or dowel hole in the camshaft sprocket.
2. Lift the sprockets and timing chain while keeping the sprockets tight against the chain in the correct position. Slide both sprockets evenly onto their respective shafts.
3. Use a straightedge to measure the alignment of the sprocket timing marks. They must be perfectly aligned.
4. On 238, 318 and 360 engines, install the fuel pump eccentric, cup washer, and camshaft sprocket lockbolt and torque to 35 ft. lbs. (47 Nm) If camshaft end-play exceeds 0.010 in. (0.25mm), install a new thrust plate. It should be 0.002-0.006 in. (0.05-0.15mm) with the new plate.
5. On 400 and 440 engines, install the washer and camshaft sprocket lockbolt(s) and then torque the lockbolt to 35-40 ft. lbs. (47-54 Nm). Check to make sure that the rear face of the camshaft sprocket is flush with the camshaft end.
   

Fig. Fig. 7: ALWAYS double check timing mark alignment before installing the timing cover

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