Timing chain kit, and procedure
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hello to all,
I'm in the process of doing my timing chain and etc replacement. I'm having a hard time removing the power steering reservoir support bracket. I've remove the power steering pump itself with no problems. My hands are somewhat large and i can feel the bolt holding the bracket on but can't seem to get a socket on there so that i can remove it out the way and be able to remove the drivers side valve covers. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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I'm in the process of doing my timing chain and etc replacement. I'm having a hard time removing the power steering reservoir support bracket. I've remove the power steering pump itself with no problems. My hands are somewhat large and i can feel the bolt holding the bracket on but can't seem to get a socket on there so that i can remove it out the way and be able to remove the drivers side valve covers. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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I used a 10mm wrench. It was slow going. A ratcheting gear wrench would be nice.
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hello to all,
I'm in the process of doing my timing chain and etc replacement. I'm having a hard time removing the power steering reservoir support bracket. I've remove the power steering pump itself with no problems. My hands are somewhat large and i can feel the bolt holding the bracket on but can't seem to get a socket on there so that i can remove it out the way and be able to remove the drivers side valve covers. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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I'm in the process of doing my timing chain and etc replacement. I'm having a hard time removing the power steering reservoir support bracket. I've remove the power steering pump itself with no problems. My hands are somewhat large and i can feel the bolt holding the bracket on but can't seem to get a socket on there so that i can remove it out the way and be able to remove the drivers side valve covers. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Joined: Aug 2018
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From: West Virginia
I'm gonna have to do mine too. You guys have recommendations for a kit for me? The timing chain kit is all I need? Should I get lash adjusters and rollers? Any other parts?
2001 f 150 5.4 168,000 miles
Here's my info.
Im having my local shop do this. I only play a mechanic on tv and wouldn't dream of doing this one, lol. The shop told me go ahead and get the parts.
Thanks in advanced.
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My personal opinion...I know there are cheaper kits out there but I dont want to have to go back in the engine again for quite some time so I will always use Ford phasers and etc..I've read extremely good things about FelPro and their gaskets and etc and so will always use them as well..but thisnisnwith my truck... I will give the customer the price on both and make sure they understand that by using lower quality parts they are taking a risk by doing so.
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I don't mind at all him asking questions in my thread. But he needs to start his own so there is no confusion for him or others that follow. Some one maybe be giving info for the wrong motor.