Cracked Timing Gear Housing....Help?
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Cracked Timing Gear Housing....Help?
I recently changed my VP pump and didn't have it loose from the bracket on the block so when I kept turning the puller I think I pulled the gear into the timing gear cover, stressing the housing and causing an oil leak. When inspecting I discovered a crack all the way across the housing with grinding marks on both sides of the crack. I suspect it had been welded by previous owner. I just bought the truck a few months back and though I'm mechanically inclined, I don't have much experience with diesels. Questions:
1- Any body have any luck stopping this kind of leak with red silicone? It's not a pressure leak.
2- Any body have info/link for removing the cam properly?
Thanks guys, first post.
1- Any body have any luck stopping this kind of leak with red silicone? It's not a pressure leak.
2- Any body have info/link for removing the cam properly?
Thanks guys, first post.
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Doubtful any sealant will work long term, but you can try. Doesn't hurt to try, and doesn't cost much.
https://www.dieselbombers.com/5-9-li...g-numbers.html
That is for a common rail, but the procedure is almost identical. Just a different fuel system.
https://www.dieselbombers.com/5-9-li...g-numbers.html
That is for a common rail, but the procedure is almost identical. Just a different fuel system.
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