Chrysler Camshaft Holder 8428 - Mopar Essential Tools

The Mopar Essential Tools Chrysler Camshaft Holder 8428 (Model 8428B) is a specialized timing service tool designed for professional automotive and industrial technicians. This essential tool precisely secures the camshaft in its correct service position, ensuring accurate valve timing during critical engine repairs and minimizing the potential for misalignment on compatible Chrysler and Jeep engines.

Key Features

• Precision Camshaft Retention: Engineered to firmly hold the camshaft in the exact service position, maintaining precise valve timing during complex engine procedures.
• OEM-Engineered Quality: Developed by Mopar Essential Tools specifically for Chrysler applications, ensuring a precise fit and reliable function that adheres to factory service procedures.
• Durable Professional Construction: Manufactured from high-strength materials to withstand the rigorous demands of daily use in professional automotive repair environments.
• Stable, Hands-Free Operation: Provides secure and consistent positioning of the camshaft, allowing technicians to perform tasks efficiently without interference from spring load or unwanted cam movement.
• Consistent, Repeatable Results: Facilitates correct engine reassembly and significantly reduces the likelihood of timing-related issues after servicing.

Applications

The Chrysler Camshaft Holder 8428 (8428B) is indispensable during engine timing and upper-end service. It is primarily designed for 2008-2012 Chrysler and Jeep vehicles equipped with 3.7L and 4.7L V6 engines. This tool also supersedes the original 8428 tool and is compatible with earlier 3.7L and 4.7L engine applications.

It is typically employed for procedures including timing belt or timing chain replacement, cylinder head removal and installation, camshaft replacement or inspection, and various valvetrain repairs that necessitate the camshaft remaining in a fixed alignment. Please note that this tool is intended for rotating cams to align timing marks and holding camshafts during gear installation. It should not be used to break loose or torque cam gear bolts, as doing so can damage the tool and void its warranty. Specialized tools such as 6958A and 8346A are required for torquing cam gear bolts.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Mopar Essential Tools
• Model Number: 8428B
• Product Name: Chrysler Camshaft Holder 8428
• Weight: 1 lb