Greetings, as often happens, during a simple water pump replacement mechanic discovered that my oil slinger was somehow bent. So, the search, so far unsuccessful, is on for a "new" one. Any suggestions for where to look or if any other Ford years/other makes would fit? On ebay there are some that look the same but are for a Jeep or a Chrysler (and note says not compatible).

Thanks, Larry

1978 Ranger, 302, 2V

 

What oil slinger would be close enough to the WP to only find it during that job? Post pics. You should put ALL the truck's details & history (as much as you know) into your signature so it shows with each post, as this page explains:

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hanks for advice but doesn't really help my issue. But the mechanic kept exploring for other items maybe needing attention--since I didn't have any history on the engine--and discovered the slinger problem.

 

"Kept exploring"??? Why did he stop there? Maybe there's a problem inside the heads. Maybe there's something in the rear axle...

No, that DOESN'T happen often. Most mechanics do the job they're being paid to do, withOUT creating new problems, like an oil pan gasket leak &/or a timing cover leak, or running up the bill by just browsing around inside a vehicle or its engine. That slinger (IF it was bent before he pulled the timing cover) was NOT a problem. And it still isn't. Even if it touches the timing cover, all he has to do is BEND IT BACK close to its original shape. It is not a high-precision part with critical balance; it's just a splash shield. And it's so UNimportant that Ford stopped installing it on all later engines. See?

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Was there even a reason for him to pull the TC?

 

OK, thanks for your gracious help. You have certainly been a helpful respondent. I posted in ignorance of the part's function, for that I am heartily sorry, and beholden to you for setting me straight. I can tell that you are the "go to" guy for an explanation. Rest assured that if I seek any further advice I will not impose upon your good will.

 

Looks like someone used a prybar or screwdriver in the wrong manner to remove the lower seal.....


Your engine could be an older engine because if Im not mistaken they stopped installing them in 1974 and its designed to stop the timing chain cover from leaking when you have the timing chain cover with the seal pressed in from the rear as it helps sling the oil away from the seal but ultimately some spray hits the t-chain but the majority hits the sides of the t-chain cover and runs down.........The number is C3OZ-6310-B .........

If you have the seal pressed into the front no slinger is needed........

You can always use a newer t-chain cover with seal pressed in from the front if you have the older style and simply do away with the slinger........



FYI...What most don't know is that oil can come out of the bolt hole in the crank so sealer is needed when installing the crank bolt for the balancer....