started on a timing belt change and discovered a few bits that we appeared not to have in hand
- is a water pump gasket required as part of the process - or does the old gasket usually survive the pump removal process ?
- can one of the gasket in a tube products be used on the water pump in lieu of the "paper" gasket ?
- what size of socket is required to fit the end cap of the crankshaft ? Tried rolling it with a fitters wrench but it required more tourque than we're comfortable putting on an open end wrench
Is there any danger of the engine firing when being rolled by hand ?
- we fabricated the flywheel timing stop pin and have new seals , gaskets , pulley and belt but missed the water pump gasket
This is our first attempt at replacing the timing belt - believe it or not our 87 110 has only come due for replacement . We've only had it a few months and based on mileage its due - it may have been changed previously but we have no way to contact previous owners as they live on the other side of the country or have returned to Britain .
advice will be appreciated - we have the Haynes & Rover manuals - and a decent collection of tools but the first time on any of these projects always seems a bit daunting
Ross Grant Crofton Vancouver Island Canada