I bought the specialty tool through a local Mac Tools guy. It was around 11 bucks. I have heard of people using the threaded metal bolts from the battery. However, I woiuld just invest in quality tools to do a cam job, so you don't run into any problems with the install.

 

im trying to find somewhere local to find 8mmx1.25 all thread. Everywhere just has metric.

 

Maybe a machine shop will have the threaded rod or maybe long bolts. Either that or try an "old fashioned" hardware store versus Home Depot or Lowes. I know our local hardware store stocks far more fasteners than the HD.

 

yeah...i called a local one today..They have a few...but they close at 5 pm, i dont get home until after that from work But I know that i will be able to get ahold of one now. Thanks guys.

 

I have the same tool from my eclipse. I will be using it to do my cam install.

 

you stand a 50/50 chance of all-thread snapping off if you try and use it as a subistute for the tool. if you can find an actual steel bolt, that would be a better substitute. if the all-thread snaps, you'll have another couple hours of work just to get the piece out.

 

well just got done...Worked fine. Now if i can get the car to learn the cams, it will be all good. Took a while though.