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Jan 1, 2007 | 12:53 AM

KillA98Z

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front cover seal

i bought a motor and it is missing the balancer.wheni install the new one would it be a good idea to change the front timing chain cover seal and gasket.

Jan 1, 2007 | 01:32 AM

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Yes it is recommended

Jan 1, 2007 | 09:28 AM

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Yes, and put the balancer on with the timing cover bolts loose so you center the seal, then tighten.

Jan 1, 2007 | 09:35 AM

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good advice

Jan 1, 2007 | 10:39 AM

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Yes, use the newer version which is black, you will get it by default from GM, pn is superseded

the old grey seals would 'cut' a groove in the pulley