Schwaben BMW Single VANOS Cam Timing Tool - VANOS Hub Spanner, Camshaft Sprocket Wrench & Cam Gear Alignment for M50 M52 S50 S52 (E36 E34 E39) Timing Hub Adjustment Tool

Precision cam timing tool for single VANOS straight six engines

Make your variable cam timing service simple, accurate and safe with this specialist camshaft hub tool. Designed for the single-stage VVT unit found on popular six‑cylinder petrol motors, it lets you positively rotate and hold the timing hub while you set cam phasing during a VANOS rebuild, seal replacement or rattle spacer install. No more struggling with improvised methods that risk slipping, rounded bolts or incorrect timing.

Why enthusiasts and technicians choose this tool

• Correctly indexes the cam phasing unit for precise timing adjustment
• Secure engagement on the timing hub for confident, controlled rotation
• Speeds up VANOS seal and anti-rattle spacer jobs, head work and timing chain services
• Reduces the risk of damage to the hub, sprocket or cam fasteners
• Workshop-grade feel that makes a fiddly job far easier

We use this in our own workshop and it has been consistently praised by customers for taking the stress out of single VANOS timing. If you are rebuilding a cam phasing unit, replacing seals, chasing a rattle or resetting timing after head work, this is the right service tool to have in your kit.

Compatible engines

Single VANOS petrol engines as listed:

• M50 2.5
• M52 2.5
• M52 2.8
• S50 3.0
• S52 3.2

Note, single VANOS only.

Ideal for

• BMW cam timing adjustment and verification
• VANOS rebuilds and seal replacement
• Rattle spacer fitting on single-stage VVT units
• Timing chain, head gasket and camshaft work where the hub must be rotated precisely

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Professional fitting and support

Prefer us to handle the timing work or a VANOS rebuild for you? MJ Modifications in Warwickshire offers expert installation and engine timing services. Request a quote at info@mjmodifications.co.uk.