RE: [Chevelle-List] Timing Chain Help

[Dave Studly]

Charles, you need to pull the balancer off.  There’s no way around it.  If you don’t have the tool, most parts stores these days will “loan” you the tool.  You basically pay for it, keep it while you do the job, and return it for a full refund.  I think a balancer puller is only about $20-$30 anyway.  There are also balancer installation tools that make it much easier to put the balancer back on.  (avoid using a hammer if at all possible!).  This is one of those tools I usually loan from the auto parts store.   A new timing chain should be available from just about anywhere.  A timing chain for a small-block shouldn’t cost more than $30 locally, or $20 by mail-order.  A double-roller chain is a good upgrade and usually only $10 more.  Don;’t quote me on that, it’s been a hile since I bought one.  But, they’re relatively cheap.   The real bear of the job you’re doing is re-sealing the timing cover and oil pan.  It’s a poor design the way they meet each other to form the front seal.  Be patient, take your time, and have a bunch of RTV handy.   -Dave         -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2003 11:16 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-List] Timing Chain Help   Hello Listers...    I recently asked any if they know where I might be able to find a new timing chain for my '70 Mali.    Actually I'm stuck at the torsional damper. I've taken all bolts out of the engines front cover and the accessory drive pulley off, already. I was wonder if there was anyway I could get the torsional damper off without using the torsional damper (harmonic balancer) remover tool that my Haynes manual specifies? And if there isn't about how much does it cost? Any information would be greatly appreciated.    I'm not a mechanic by any nature but I'm learning that if you do things yourself, you gain knowledge of your auto's anatomy, save money, and get it done faster. So I'm learning slowly....      Thanx,          Charles C. Campbell - Detroit, MI. '70 Chevelle Malibu 4 dr., 307, original Detroit Chevelle Club (trying to get it started!) email --> [EMAIL PROTECTED]