304 timing cover seal removal

[Kc686]

Hey guys I've recently taken my timing cover off to fit new cam and I'm doing all gaskets an front seal, the old seal is being a bitch an won't come out so need best ideas to get it out to put the new one in ??

Cheers

 

[EYY]

Just tap it out with a socket and hammer, supporting the outside of the hole with a larger socket.

Should come out easily. I'm pretty sure there's no step there stopping it. If there is, you can still get to the back side of the seal to use a punch or screwdriver to knock it out.

 

[Immortality]

A big socket (if you have one) or just go at it with a punch, it will #### the seal but who cares as it's going in the bin anyway.

 

[Kc686]

Cheers fellas

 

[VR38]

Don't forget to coat the new seal with number 3 sealant where it meets the cover.