Thanks for the info fellas. That is interesting Michael that you were able to get the camshaft sprocket off without relieving tension on the T-belt. My dad and I were debating whether we should try that, but I was thinking it would be just too difficult to remove if the belt was not loosened. Maybe I should give it a shot though if it worked for you.

I am still a little confused on the timing belt tensioner thing...this would be irrelevant if I take the lower timing belt cover off and can pry on the tensioner wheel by hand, but just so I understand better what you were saying: Troopersphere mentioned wedging something in the camshaft sprocket before turning the engine over, but neither you nor Rufus mentioned doing that. It would be neccessary though, right? Otherwise you wouldn't create the necessary force to push the tensioner out? Thanks again for everyones advice in helping be understand things better!