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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 04:43 PM
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Help! The seal on my timing chain cover is like glued in any tricks? Should I torch it? Yes I did buy a seal puller but it can't get behind the seal
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Old Jun 9, 2012 | 10:15 AM
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Here you go...
Originally Posted by Jeff in VA
But first, install a new oil seal on the cover. Tap it in with a large socket (or block of wood) squarely into the cover until it sits flush:



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Old Jun 9, 2012 | 10:27 PM
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Ok so that just pushes the old one out and the new one in right behind?
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Originally Posted by truckntractorhick
Ok so that just pushes the old one out and the new one in right behind?
Yes.

Btw, double check the threads on the cover before installing them, coz the strip easily.
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