How Do You Replace A Timing Chain Cover?
A timing chain cover protects the timing chain connecting an engine’s crankshaft to its camshaft. For small-block Chevrolet engines, it is located at the base of the radiator fan shaft. It is important to note that you will have to know how to replace a timing chain cover if you are going to rebuild an engine or exchange camshafts. This fairly simple looking project can become challenging without following the proper steps. Insert a crankshaft seal into the opening of the timing chain cover and tap it into place. Apply a thin layer of gasket glue to the machined engine seat for the timing chain cover on the front face of the engine. Place a timing chain cover gasket onto the gasket glue and align the holes of the gasket with the bolt holes of the engine. Apply gasket glue on top of the gasket then place the timing chain cover onto the gasket. Push the end of the radiator fan shaft through the hole in the timing chain cover and slide the timing chain cover over the timing chain connecti
