Timing Chain Cover Suggestions Please
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Timing Chain Cover Suggestions Please
Is this timing chain cover something I should replace. Im replacing the water pump and my timing cover looks bad to me. Suggestions greatly appreciated. Or am I ok using the existing cover.
thanks.
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Steve
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You may be able to find a new one or one in better shape. It was used from 1964-1990 on everything from 260 to 455.
If you can't find one, sandblast the water pump side especially paying attention to the pitted areas. If they don't blow thru while you're blasting, you should be OK.
Then mix up a good epoxy and work it into the pits for good adhesion. An epoxy that can be sanded or machined is what you want. Level it down good with a sanding block or nib file, in multiple coats and steps if needed, and check it against a water pump with known true sealing surfaces.
A little work, but beats coolant getting into yer oil.
If you can't find one, sandblast the water pump side especially paying attention to the pitted areas. If they don't blow thru while you're blasting, you should be OK.
Then mix up a good epoxy and work it into the pits for good adhesion. An epoxy that can be sanded or machined is what you want. Level it down good with a sanding block or nib file, in multiple coats and steps if needed, and check it against a water pump with known true sealing surfaces.
A little work, but beats coolant getting into yer oil.
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