Timing chain special tool 6635
#11
11-01-2012, 11:43 AM
i thought the purpose of the tool is to align the timing cover PERFECTLY CONCENTRIC with the crankshaft so that you get a good seal. however - its not like you've got a lot of play in the timing cover...
i did mine having never heard of this tool, and it turned out fine.
if you wanted to be clever, you could slide the balancer onto the crank and into the cover before torquing down the timing cover.
i did mine having never heard of this tool, and it turned out fine.
if you wanted to be clever, you could slide the balancer onto the crank and into the cover before torquing down the timing cover.
Larry
PS: I purchased the one from the photo you posted (it was on eBay). I figure since I my family owns five Dakotas I'll find a use for it eventually. 8)
