DIY for timing cover gasket?
11-05-2012, 02:41 PM
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I have not had the time to do one yet even if i have done several - its not that hard but required a lof of dissassembly. Mufflers/cat/rear engine mount/pulley/ sheet metal/ ac mount all have to come off. You have to support the engine while doing it. Take off the covers, replace the gasketd, rubber donutd, use 7ft lbs, and put it all back together.
At a careful pace first time allow for a full day.
Cheers
Mike
At a careful pace first time allow for a full day.
Cheers
Mike
11-05-2012, 03:21 PM
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I have not had the time to do one yet even if i have done several - its not that hard but required a lof of dissassembly. Mufflers/cat/rear engine mount/pulley/ sheet metal/ ac mount all have to come off. You have to support the engine while doing it. Take off the covers, replace the gasketd, rubber donutd, use 7ft lbs, and put it all back together.
At a careful pace first time allow for a full day.
Cheers
Mike
At a careful pace first time allow for a full day.
Cheers
Mike
11-05-2012, 03:32 PM
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Start with the DIY for the engine drop. Then unbolt everything on the back of the engine until you see all the cover bolts. Put it all back together and re-install the engine. Simple.
Seriously, wait until you can't stand the leak anymore, or something else needs to be done with the engine out. Then do plugs, wires, valve covers, power steering belt, remove SAI, etc...
Seriously, wait until you can't stand the leak anymore, or something else needs to be done with the engine out. Then do plugs, wires, valve covers, power steering belt, remove SAI, etc...
11-05-2012, 07:52 PM
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This is V8 speak, not Porsche lingo. I'm sure you mean the cam chain box covers. I know, it's probably nit-picking, but a little discipline never hurt anyone.
11-05-2012, 08:01 PM
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Start with the DIY for the engine drop. Then unbolt everything on the back of the engine until you see all the cover bolts. Put it all back together and re-install the engine. Simple.
Seriously, wait until you can't stand the leak anymore, or something else needs to be done with the engine out. Then do plugs, wires, valve covers, power steering belt, remove SAI, etc...
Seriously, wait until you can't stand the leak anymore, or something else needs to be done with the engine out. Then do plugs, wires, valve covers, power steering belt, remove SAI, etc...
See my engine rebuilding thread -> http://www.pcarworkshop.com/index.php/Cranking_it_up
I figure if you can retime camshafts in the car, you can replace the gaskets in the car easily enough - since its essentially the same disassembly.
I have done it both ways several times, and I like keeping the engine in the car - but I am working off a lift. However, the retiming was done the old fashion way before I got a lift - on jackstands on my back.... ahh the good old days!
You are right though, dropping it will make it easier especially if you have an engine stand.
Cheers,
Mike
11-06-2012, 12:39 AM
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Yeah I know. My point was that if he waits until he does need a drop for something else, it an easy while you're in there instead of an ordeal...
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