shadow460
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- 1998 Ford Expedition
Anyone know how many hours "the book" shows to replace the timing cover gasket on a 98 Explorer with the 4.0 SOHC. I realize my mechanic's estimate will be different, but I'm wondering what the average is for those who have taken this to a shop.
I don't think I can lift the cover back in place without dropping it. I also do not know how to keep coolant from spilling into the oil pan when I pull the cover off, but I do know that would make a mess. I guess I could take the water pump back off, but I'm still not sure I could get the cover back in place, so I've decided to let a mechanic handle it... that is, unless it's gonna be over $1,000 or so with labor.
I googled it and came up with every repair but this. I don't need new timing chains or a new cover, mine just needs re sealed.
I don't think I can lift the cover back in place without dropping it. I also do not know how to keep coolant from spilling into the oil pan when I pull the cover off, but I do know that would make a mess. I guess I could take the water pump back off, but I'm still not sure I could get the cover back in place, so I've decided to let a mechanic handle it... that is, unless it's gonna be over $1,000 or so with labor.
I googled it and came up with every repair but this. I don't need new timing chains or a new cover, mine just needs re sealed.