Why do timing covers leak?
The timing cover has a gasket that allows the cover to be securely attached to the engine block. Over time and due to exposure to heat, dirt, road grime, and more, the gasket can often become cracked or wear out. A broken gasket is not the only reason why oil might be leaking from the timing cover.
Do you need a gasket on the timing cover?
The Fel-Pro Oil Pan gasket say it DOES NOT require any sealer on the instructions, but then says you need to add some to the corners. The Timing Cover also says it doesn’t need a gasket or sealer, because there is one already on the Timing Cover itself. But then says you need to seal the bottom corners.
When do I need to replace my oil pan gasket?
Even if a mechanic doesn’t look at your oil pan gasket directly, simply checking the oil will usually indicate if there’s a problem. If your Oil Low warning light becomes illuminated or you notice that your vehicle is leaking oil, schedule an inspection immediately. What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Oil Pan Gasket?
How to change timing chain seal on SBC?
OBTW, change the timing chain cover seal AND put a repair sleeve on the crank = eliminate a cohttp://nastyz28.com/threads/timing-cover-seal-sbc.241645/#post-2713933mmon leak on a SBC. Click to expand… I think that was before the one piece oil pan gasket days.
Do I have to drop the oil pan to remove the timing chain?
Depending on the engine and what it’s in, I remove the oil pan for an original equipment timing chain replacement. Back in the day, the factory (and not just GM) used nylon on the chain gears and this will come apart over the years. By removing the oil pan, I can clean all the pieces and other just that builds up.
The Fel-Pro Oil Pan gasket say it DOES NOT require any sealer on the instructions, but then says you need to add some to the corners. The Timing Cover also says it doesn’t need a gasket or sealer, because there is one already on the Timing Cover itself. But then says you need to seal the bottom corners.
OBTW, change the timing chain cover seal AND put a repair sleeve on the crank = eliminate a cohttp://nastyz28.com/threads/timing-cover-seal-sbc.241645/#post-2713933mmon leak on a SBC. Click to expand… I think that was before the one piece oil pan gasket days.
Depending on the engine and what it’s in, I remove the oil pan for an original equipment timing chain replacement. Back in the day, the factory (and not just GM) used nylon on the chain gears and this will come apart over the years. By removing the oil pan, I can clean all the pieces and other just that builds up.
Do you need a gasket on a Fel Pro timing cover?
The Fel-Pro Oil Pan gasket say it DOES NOT require any sealer on the instructions, but then says you need to add some to the corners. The Timing Cover also says it doesn’t need a gasket or sealer, because there is one already on the Timing Cover itself.