Camshaft: Description and Operation

Two overhead camshafts provide valve actuation one left (radiator side of cylinder bank) and one right. The distributor is directly driven by the right camshaft. Both camshafts are supported by four bearing journals integral with the head. A flange at the rear of the camshaft acts as a thrust collar. Right and Left camshaft driving sprockets are interchangeable. The sprockets and the engine water pump are driven by the timing belt.