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Temco BWM, CHEROKEE, CHERY Parts Catalog

You’ve got a BWM, Cherokee, or Chery engine torn down on the stand. You need a camshaft. You pull a generic aftermarket catalog and get a list of part numbers that might fit – or might not. That’s how you end up with a lobe profile that’s off by 2 degrees and a motor that won’t idle. This Temco BWM, CHEROKEE, CHERY Parts Catalog is the opposite of that. Temco publishes these 51 pages so you cross-reference OEM numbers against engine codes before you order a single part. If your supplier can’t show you a page from this doc, you’re buying blind.

Camshaft Listings for BWM, CHEROKEE, CHERY

Page 1 lists the Cherokee camshaft with OEM number 83500249. Page 2 shows Chery entries – no OEM number given, but the engine code column is left open so you fill in what you find on the block. This catalog uses the same table format throughout: vehicle, OEM number, engine code, photo. You get a visual reference of the camshaft before you buy. That matters when you’ve got two visually similar shafts with different lift profiles. [DATA NEEDED] for exact oil hole positions – you still need to measure, but the photo gives you a sanity check.

Does This Catalog Cover Overhead Cam or Pushrod Engines?

It covers camshafts for the three platforms listed. The PDF bookmarks (camshaft-1.pdf, camshaft-2-1.pdf, camshaft-2-2.pdf) suggest the catalog groups shafts by position in the engine. From the OCR, you’ll see entries for Cummins and Chrysler as well, but the title focuses on BWM, Cherokee, and Chery. If your engine isn’t one of those, look elsewhere. I’ve seen guys try to use a Cherokee cam in a Chrysler 2.5 because “they look the same.” That’s a warranty claim waiting to happen.

3 Reasons to Use This Parts Catalog Over a Generic Cross-Reference

1. Temco prints the OEM number. Page 1 gives you the factory number. You take that to your parts guy and he stops guessing. 2. Engine code field is explicit. The table leaves space for the engine code – meaning you are expected to verify it. Generic catalogs skip that step. 3. Photo verification. You see the exact shaft layout. Gear drive, keyway orientation, oil feed location – all visible.

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Safety Warning: Verify Engine Codes Before Ordering

The catalog lists engine codes like “CHRYSLER2.5” on page 4. If your Chery or Cherokee has a different code written on the block – or no code at all – do not order based on vehicle name alone. Pull the valve cover, read the casting number on the cam bearing journal, and match it to the photo. I’ve seen a Cherokee with a swapped GM 4.3 V6. This catalog won’t help you there. That’s not a flaw; it’s a feature – you learn what you actually have before you spend money.

Parts Catalog vs. Service Manual – Know the Difference

This document is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It gives you the OEM part numbers and photos for camshafts. It does not include removal procedures, torque specs, or installation steps. For that you need a factory service manual specific to your vehicle. I keep both on the bench. The catalog tells me what to buy; the manual tells me how to put it in. If you try to use a parts catalog as a repair guide, you’ll strip threads and blame the tool. Don’t be that guy. For industry context on automotive component standards, read the Automotive Industry Overview. And if you’re hunting electrical gremlins alongside the cam swap, the Automotive Battery article covers load testing basics.

Who Needs This 51-Page Catalog

If you own a home garage and work on any of the three platforms – BWM, Cherokee, Chery – you need this. The Parts Catalog is 51 pages, small enough to print and keep in a binder. It saves you the back-and-forth with parts counters who want an OEM number. It also keeps you from ordering the wrong shaft because the photo shows you exactly what the shaft looks like. I’ve wasted an hour on cross-referencing a cam that turned out to be for a different year. This catalog stops that.

Does this catalog include timing chain or belt specifications?

No. The catalog covers camshafts only.

How do I verify that the OEM number on page 1 matches my engine?

Locate the engine code stamped on the block (usually near the bellhousing flange). Write it down, then check the table on the page. The Cherokee entry shows OEM 83500249 – if your block has a different code, do not use that entry. Next, compare the photo to your actual camshaft. Measure the overall length and journal diameter with calipers. Temco provides the photo as a visual confirmation, but you are responsible for dimensional verification before ordering. If your engine code isn’t listed in the catalog, contact Temco directly – don’t guess.

Stop wasting money on camshafts that don’t fit. Get the Temco 51-page factory parts reference on your shop tablet or printed out. Access the Factory Manual and start cross-referencing the right part for your BWM, Cherokee, or Chery engine today.