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New engine and parts

It also worked fine without that return spring! Never put it back in...didn't need it.
 
Small victory, UPS guy just delivered the clutch and it FITS :yah Maybe I can get it all wrapped up this weekend.
 
"Horseplay" said:
Come on. I used my best redneck lingo just for you.
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I was unable to detect the drawl from your typing.
 
Gee, I thought the sarcasm was dripping enough to be obvious...guess not.
 
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Got the rest of the dripping goo cleaned up, flywheel and clutch installed and then pressure tested the cooling system. Water pump was leaking thru 4 of the attaching bolts. Took it all apart, re-assembled with a little silicone (right stuff) and checked it again after a few hours. Still losing pressure thru the bolts. I don't have another gasket to use between the back plate and the water pump, so I'm stuck again till next week. Never had a water pump NOT seal by doing this.

These are all new parts and everything lines up, but I did check to see that the water pump and timing cover faces are true.

What are other's thoughts about using silicone to seal the back plate without a gasket? yes/no??
 
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