A HEMI cam phaser 53022243AF enquiry should begin with the full OE reference and a clear description of the component. The part number is useful, but it does not remove the need to confirm the actual item, vehicle application and reason for replacement. This is especially important when an online listing contains wording that needs clarification.
RunningRoo’s product is titled as a camshaft VVT gear using reference 53022243AF. However, the checked package-description line calls the supplied item a crank sprocket. Those descriptions are not interchangeable. This guide explains the official Mopar identification, the related numbers and the confirmation to obtain before ordering the listed item.
Use the RunningRoo 53022243AF enquiry page or its corresponding eBay listing as the starting reference, then call 0425 890 125. RunningRoo offers friendly Australian-operated support from Blackburn, Melbourne, with pickup by appointment and fast dispatch enquiries once the exact component, application and stock are confirmed.
VIN · full engine code · OE reference
Workshop diagnosis · required components
Current package · extras · stock
Pickup appointment or dispatch
Resolve the component description before checkout
The product title identifies a camshaft VVT gear, while the packing text describes a crank sprocket with a tooth count. Do not treat that packing sentence as a verified technical specification for a cam phaser. Ask RunningRoo to confirm in writing what physical component will be supplied under the selected item number.
A useful confirmation should identify the component name, its reference markings where available and the current product photograph or package information. Send the workshop’s requested OE number at the same time. This creates one clear record of the item being ordered rather than leaving the buyer to choose between conflicting descriptions.
The discrepancy does not establish that the stock itself is wrong. It does mean the listing cannot settle the component identity without clarification. Keep the enquiry open until the supplier’s answer and the workshop’s requirement agree. This is a practical way to avoid purchasing a correctly priced but incorrectly identified part.
What the official Mopar catalogue identifies
The official Mopar 53022243AF catalogue entry identifies the reference as a camshaft gear. It lists 53022243AA, 53022243AE and 68362151AA among the numbers it replaces. These relationships belong to that official catalogue entry; they should be checked against the vehicle application rather than assumed to apply to every HEMI engine.
Mopar’s 2009 Ram 1500 5.7 timing-components diagram separately identifies the cam phaser and a crankshaft sprocket. That distinction supports the need to resolve RunningRoo’s conflicting package wording. A camshaft phaser and a crankshaft sprocket are not simply two names for the same listed component.
The official catalogue provides OE identification. It does not certify that an aftermarket listing is genuine Mopar, confirm the physical stock in a seller’s warehouse or establish fitment for every vehicle mentioned in a merchant title. Those are separate questions to answer during the order enquiry.
Keep every digit and suffix in the enquiry
Write 53022243AF in full. The final letters are part of the reference and should not disappear when the number is copied into a text message or workshop note. If the old component or a previous invoice shows another suffix, record that number separately rather than silently changing it to match an available listing.
A reference history is more useful when its source is clear. Label a number as being from the removed component, the workshop’s parts lookup, an old invoice or the supplier’s current listing. That lets the technician and supplier assess the relationship rather than assuming every number came from the same authoritative lookup.
The official replacement list is a reason to investigate a possible connection, not permission to skip a VIN check. If the workshop requests a different reference, ask it to confirm the applicable replacement path. Do not reverse or extend the catalogue relationship based only on how similar two numbers look.
| Reference or description | Verified role in this enquiry | Action before ordering |
|---|---|---|
| 53022243AF | Official Mopar camshaft-gear reference; merchant title reference | Confirm actual supplied component and VIN application |
| 53022243AA | Listed among replaced references on the official entry | Check its relevance to the vehicle’s parts history |
| 53022243AE | Listed among replaced references on the official entry | Preserve the full suffix in the enquiry |
| 68362151AA | Listed among replaced references on the official entry | Have the workshop verify the applicable relationship |
| Merchant packing line describing a crank sprocket | Conflicts with the camshaft-gear title | Obtain written clarification; do not infer phaser specifications |
HEMI and displacement do not complete the fitment check
The RunningRoo title mentions Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep applications with 5.7-litre and 6.4-litre descriptions. Those broad application terms are useful for locating the product, but they do not establish that one component fits every engine carrying those badges or displacements.
Provide the VIN, engine code or complete engine identification, production details and workshop OE reference. If the vehicle has an engine replacement or a modified camshaft arrangement, state that clearly. The actual installed configuration may require more information than the vehicle’s original model description.
For an imported vehicle, include the original market and any conversion or engine-history records relevant to the enquiry. Do not substitute Australian registration year for the production information if both are available. A clear identification record helps the supplier and workshop discuss the same application from the start.
Separate the phaser order from the diagnosis
An owner may research a cam phaser after hearing a noise or seeing a camshaft-related diagnostic description. That is a reason to arrange professional assessment, not evidence that this particular component is the cause. Ask the technician to explain the findings supporting the proposed replacement.
A useful report distinguishes the observed concern, the tests or inspections completed and the part recommended. It also identifies work that remains provisional. That structure helps a buyer understand whether the current order is ready to place or whether another result may change it.
Do not ask a supplier to diagnose an engine solely from a product enquiry. RunningRoo can help identify and supply the selected component, while the workshop determines the required repair using the correct manufacturer information. Keeping those roles clear makes the purchasing conversation more reliable.
Confirm exactly what is supplied with the component
Even after the cam-phaser identity is resolved, ask whether the order includes only the gear assembly or any associated parts. The checked listing does not establish a complete timing-chain package, a full set of fasteners or all consumables required for installation. Those items should not be assumed from a product photograph.
Have the workshop list any additional requirements separately. It should identify the applicable references and installation requirements from the correct vehicle information. The supplier can then confirm what is included, what is available separately and what needs to be sourced elsewhere.
Share the RunningRoo camshaft-gear listing and matching eBay reference with the mechanic, including the description discrepancy. Call 0425 890 125 to request a clear answer before payment. Friendly Melbourne support is most useful when it receives a precise component question rather than a general request for a HEMI gear.
Genuine branding and OE references are different claims
An aftermarket product can use an OE number to describe an intended reference without being supplied as a genuine manufacturer-branded part. This guide does not represent the RunningRoo item as genuine Mopar. Ask the supplier for the product’s stated brand, condition and current commercial terms if these affect your purchase decision.
Similarly, linking to Mopar’s official catalogue does not imply Mopar has approved the merchant listing. The link supports identification of the OE reference and the distinction between component types. The supplier’s own description and written confirmation establish what is being offered for sale.
This separation helps customers compare like with like. When assessing two offers, compare the stated product, application confirmation, included components and support arrangements. Avoid treating the presence of an OE number in both titles as proof that the offers are otherwise identical.
Make the order conditional on a resolved match
A practical order record can be short: the vehicle identity, the workshop’s requested reference, the supplier’s confirmed component and any extras required. Attach the current item number so that the answer cannot be confused with another similar listing.
If the supplier’s answer still uses both camshaft gear and crank sprocket without explaining which item is supplied, ask for a more specific identification before proceeding. A clearer photograph may help, but it should be accompanied by a written description and the relevant reference information.
If the confirmed item does not match the workshop’s request, do not force the order to fit the original search result. Ask for the correct product enquiry instead. The objective is to supply the part the repair requires, not to complete a purchase from the first page that mentioned the number.
Plan collection or dispatch after identification
RunningRoo is based in Blackburn, Melbourne, and offers local pickup by appointment. Once the component is confirmed, agree the collection time and order reference. If a workshop employee is collecting, tell the supplier whose job and vehicle the order belongs to.
For shipping, ask about current stock and fast dispatch arrangements after the application is resolved. Provide the receiving address and a useful job reference. Do not schedule a repair around an assumed delivery date while the actual component is still being clarified.
On receipt, compare the supplied part with the written confirmation before installation. Keep the packaging and photograph any discrepancy. This final handover check is particularly valuable when the original listing required clarification, because the written answer should now be the shared reference for both buyer and supplier.
Keep the repair history precise
The final invoice should identify the component actually fitted and any associated parts replaced. A note that says only HEMI timing repair can hide whether the work concerned a phaser, a chain, a crankshaft sprocket or several items. Ask for enough detail to understand the completed scope.
Retain the workshop’s diagnosis and any relevant OE-reference confirmation. These records help future enquiries and distinguish a confirmed replacement from an initial parts assumption. If the engine has modifications, keep the relevant configuration notes with the repair history.
After installation, follow the workshop’s instructions for the vehicle. Any continuing or new concern should be assessed on its own evidence. A new part number on an invoice does not prove every possible cause of the original symptom has been addressed.
Related RunningRoo video
Inside a VVT Cam Phaser: Oil Passages & Locking Pin Explained is a related video from the RunningRoo AutoParts channel. It provides general background, not a demonstration of this exact engine, selected product or installation procedure. Use it to prepare questions for the workshop; the actual repair still needs vehicle-specific manufacturer information and professional diagnosis.
Frequently asked questions
Is 53022243AF a camshaft gear or a crankshaft sprocket?
The official Mopar catalogue identifies 53022243AF as a camshaft gear. The checked RunningRoo title uses camshaft VVT terminology, but its packing line uses crank-sprocket wording. Obtain written confirmation of the physical item before ordering rather than treating those descriptions as interchangeable.
Are 53022243AA and 53022243AE related references?
They appear among the numbers replaced on the official 53022243AF catalogue entry, together with 68362151AA. Have the workshop confirm the applicable reference for the actual VIN and engine. Preserve each suffix and the source of each number rather than assuming every similar reference fits every HEMI.
Does the listing prove fitment for every 5.7 or 6.4 HEMI?
No. Broad displacement and model descriptions do not complete an application check. Supply the VIN, production details, engine identity and workshop OE reference. Modified or replacement engines need their actual configuration considered, rather than relying solely on the vehicle’s original badge or registration description.
Is the RunningRoo product guaranteed to be genuine Mopar?
This article makes no such claim. The official Mopar source is used to explain OE identification, not to certify the merchant’s stock or branding. Ask RunningRoo to confirm the product being supplied, including its stated brand and any commercial details relevant to your order.
Can I order before the diagnosis is complete?
You can enquire about availability, but label the request provisional. A professional diagnosis should establish why the component is required and what associated work is needed. In this case, the listing’s component-description discrepancy should also be resolved before committing to the purchase.
Does RunningRoo offer Melbourne pickup?
Local pickup is available by appointment in Blackburn. Confirm the exact item, fitment information and stock first, then agree the collection arrangements. Customers elsewhere can ask about fast dispatch. Friendly Australian-operated support is available on the listed phone number to help organise the supply enquiry.
Turn the OE number into a confirmed order
For this product, the most valuable next step is a precise supplier confirmation. Match the workshop’s required cam-phaser reference to the actual item being supplied, resolve the conflicting packing wording and keep all additional repair requirements visible. That produces a far stronger order than relying on a part number alone.
Open the RunningRoo 53022243AF listing, check its corresponding eBay item, and call 0425 890 125 with the vehicle and OE details. RunningRoo’s Australian-operated support, Melbourne pickup by appointment and confirmed fast dispatch arrangements can then support the correct purchase.
Related RunningRoo reading
For the broader purchasing process, see Timing Chain Kit Fitment: How to Match the Right Kit to Your Engine and Timing Chain: Questions to Ask Your Mechanic Before the Repair. Keep the engine and component scope in this article attached to your specific enquiry.
Sources and verification scope
The RunningRoo website product and corresponding eBay Active Listing were checked on 11 October 2026. Stock and descriptions can change; confirm the current order before purchase. Manufacturer sources below support only the stated technical context, not aftermarket approval or universal fitment. Archived copies are identified.
- Official Mopar eStore: 53022243AF camshaft gear — OE identification and listed replaced numbers; not proof aftermarket product is genuine Mopar.
- Official Mopar: 2009 Ram 1500 5.7 timing components — Cam phaser and crankshaft sprocket are separately identified; example application only.