Engine misses when hot

Okay, was able to remove the head without taking off the timing chain cover. Made some space with loose bolts and was able to get the one stupid chain guide bolt out but left in place. Head was quite warped in the center which matches the 2 and 3 missing problem. Head is back on somewhat, was able to get the guide bolt back in. Waiting for some head bolt washers as I misplaced 2 (more rookie stuff). I did tie the timing chain up to hopefully keep it in place and I sealed the timing chain cover where it separated. So if the timing links up above match the picture I took before removing the cams and I do not have an oil leak, I will be the luckiest rookie alive. Russ.

Joe, I did continue to rotate the engine until the links lined up properly with the cam marks. Piston 1 is up and both cam knobs, intake and exhaust, should be pointing out horizontally when I put the cams back in. I was planning on manually rotating the engine several revolutions just to make sure there was no issues. Thanks for all the detail above. Hope I do not have to take the timing cover off. Russ.

Joe, timing chain remained in the same position as when I took it off. Manually turned over the engine, no problems. Have a few other items before I can give it a try. Will let you know. Thanks and have a great weekend. Russ.

Success, so far. The engine idles nicely when warm, no white exhaust smoke. Not driven yet so well not know about an oil leak until I put some miles on it but very happy with the result so far. Have a battery light and the alternator is only putting out 13.45, so that is most likely the problem and need to reset the engine light or chase another problem. Cars, just love them. Russ.

Joe, the 13.45 was not loaded. The battery tested okay. Changed out the alternator and the battery light went out right away. BTW, had read somewhere on the net that the unloaded voltage should be 14V or above. I am not sure where the trip voltage is for a 2009 Camry but there is probably a spec someplace that states that voltage in the control unit docs. I will measure the voltage of the remanufactured alternator and let you know. Just curious myself. Very much appreciate your support and very much enjoy the dialogue. Thanks, Russ.

Joe, given that spec, I am surprised the light was on. The old alternator was on the very low end of the range and I guess the control unit sensing may not be exactly 13.2V. Anyway, just a thought. It is my Son's car and he is driving it. He was over last night and came in for just a moment that turned into 15 minutes while the car was idling. Seemed that the engine was quite warm and one fan was kicking on intermittently. The dash temperature gauge was a little less than half towards hot. I do not want an overheat due to a faulty sensor but not sure I should be alarmed. Any ideas or suggestions? Thanks, Russ.

Joe, long time no talk. Ha! So, the 2009 Camry is losing antifreeze and when my son dropped it off so I could take a look there was antifreeze along the passengers side front and down the timing chain cover of the engine. I am happy to say it is not the timing chain cover leaking. It sure looks like it could have come from the water pump but the pump is not making noise and when I try to move the pump sprocket with a crow bar there is no movement. Although, I did leave the serpentine belt on. I will take the belt off and try again. Oh, the fan is kicking on pretty regularly even when driving on a fairly low temperature day. I will wait on replacing the water pump until I hear from you. As always, really appreciate and value your input. Thanks, Russ.

Joe, knew about the weep hole. Apparently, my son spilled some antifreeze and maybe that was what I was seeing. However, there is still a loss of antifreeze somewhere and I cannot figure it out. Anyway, I do not think it is the water pump.
Thanks again for the quick response and help. Russ.

Joe, no coolant in the oil. No white smoke or smell of coolant in the exhaust. Have tested the coolant for CO2, negative. The pressure test is a great idea. Knew of it but did not think of it. Will let you know the outcome. Thanks! Russ.