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Yes, advancing and retarding the cam gear in a SOHC just moves the power band around(you can't control the lobe separation like DOHC motors). Ditch those "Honda Builder Handbooks" and just read up on general engine design. You'll learn MUCH more with more accurate information.
Adjustable cam gears do not change duration, just timing(when the valves open/close in relation to piston position)