[Healeys] Camshaft removal

[Stephen Hutchings]

I've removed all the components necessary (valve gear, lifters, 
distributor drive, oil pump) and am at the stage where I've removed 
the bolts and locating plate, and am ready to pull out the camshaft. 
I want to do this carefully so that I don't get a sudden thunk and 
damage the bearings with the journals, but I expected it to move more 
easily than it is. I think I just have to overcome the suction of the 
oil on the bearings, but I am surprized that I can't turn it with my 
hand.
I thought maybe I'd re-attach the gear and gain a little purchase on 
the shaft....
What do you think?
Just to forestall questions, I'll explain later why I'm removing the 
cam, but the bearings are OK.

Stephen, BJ8