Timing Cover Seal Spacer

ratlee2
ratlee2 Expert Adviser
As part of my 262 rebuild, I pulled the old crank gear and timing seal spacer.  The old one was pressed on but the new one just slips on and spins easily.  Should I be concerned about this or will the harmonic balancer hold it tight against the crank gear?  If the harmonic balancer will hold it, should I put and sealer on the insider portion to prevent oil leaking from the center?

thanks,
Rich

Comments

  • Geoff
    Geoff Senior Contributor
    No seal necessary, the pulley nut will hold everything together.
  • ratlee2
    ratlee2 Expert Adviser
    Great, thanks Geoff.  Just three me a curve when I had to press the last two on previous engines.
  • ratlee2
    ratlee2 Expert Adviser
    Good point Ken.  I think the fit is good on it.  I have to put it on perfectly square for it to slide on the crankshaft.  I was just surprised I was able to rotate the ring after it was on.