Manta Modifier Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 As above. Genuine GM still with packaging camshaft. Bought this for my Mk2 Astra, but it is the earlier type with push fit for the rotor arm, rather than the two M4 bolts (which is the later type I needed) for my 18SE engine. It has been oiled up and prepped but never used. Owes me £30 so make me an offer around that and I'll be happy. Located in Lincoln. As far as I know it would fit an 1800 Manta, but please check before buying it. I'll help if I can. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druid Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 I'll have this mate but would need to check fitment. I have an '85 1.8S Manta. Are there any part numbers on the cam shaft so I can check? Anyone know the part number of the correct camshaft for my car or how I could check? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manta Modifier Posted March 6, 2013 Author Share Posted March 6, 2013 (edited) Hi Druid looking at the Haynes book of lies there is a photo of the end of the cam and it looks right. The cam has the following stamps 165 558 J I can't make out all the part number on the box, but would feel confident putting it in an 1800 Manta. The astra has a bolt on rotor arm so it won't fit that. Gutted Edited March 6, 2013 by Manta Modifier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druid Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Thanks fella I'll try to do a bit of research and get back to you asap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manta Modifier Posted March 6, 2013 Author Share Posted March 6, 2013 No worries. Possibly might be able to get it to Coventry for the weekend if that helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druid Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 No worries. Possibly might be able to get it to Coventry for the weekend if that helps That might be an idea. Are you coming over this way? I actually live in Leamington Spa but could meet. I will try and find a pic of the correct camshaft and a part number for comparison, don't want you to waste too much time if its incorrect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony g Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Druid, if its good for you you will also need a set of cam followers to go with new cam-dont run old followers on new cams Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manta Modifier Posted March 13, 2013 Author Share Posted March 13, 2013 I was hoping to see someone from that way at the weekend but it didn't happen. Still happy to post though for a tenner. The pic in the Haynes manual is the same as this cam. ie not with the two bolt holes. Tony's got a fair point. It's advisable to replace the followers if you can or if yours have any wear. I replaced my followers with GM approved ones from Vauxcare in Lincoln for a fiver each. Vauxhall wanted £25 each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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