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Old 03-13-2007, 08:28 AM   #1
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304 Timing cover crack?

I am rebuilding a 79 304. The stock timing cover has a crack in it. It has been patched poorly. Is it worth replacing when they are going new for $250+? Or can I run a patched timing cover without worry?

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Old 03-13-2007, 09:12 AM   #2
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Definitely get a new cover. It will give you more oil pressure too, since the oil pump relies on the aluminum housing tolerance being within spec.
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Old 03-13-2007, 02:38 PM   #3
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Get one out of a salvage yard from an old Wagoneer 360. It would be much cheaper than a brand new one.
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