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Hello all,

I am currently rebuilding a 56 235. I have installed crank/pistons, cam, lifters, head, and the valve train. I've now discovered a problem.

When I align the timing marks (touching) on the cam and crank gear, the engine is at TDC for #6, and not 1. I had the machine shop install the cam gear, but it and the crank gear are both keyed, so I don't think either of them they can be installed 180 degrees off.

Any ideas? Or should I just button it up and finish with them