Re: Water pump / timing cover

[Bill <Y1TopBanana73@xxxxxxxxx>]

Brian,

Just as with an LA motor (small block) I believe at least 4 bolts go
into the water jacket. Try "snugging" the TC & water pump bolts first
and see if the leak continues.

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Bill M
65 Coronet 500 'vert
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On Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 4:11 PM, Brian Safford<hzf9vv@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Do any of the water pump or timing cover bolts go into the water
> jacket on a poly?
>
> I don't think I used any sealant on any of them back when I rebuilt
> the engine and I'm noticing small amounts of coolant on the little
> shelf at the bottom of the timing cover.
>
> Assuming that I do need sealant on those threads, do they have to be
> dry or can I just drain the coolant, remove the bolts and use sealant?
> What sealant should I use?
>
> Man I hope I can get this thing back together in time for the nats ...
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Brian


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