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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: Captain Puke on 21 July 2011, 13:08

Title: 16v distributor seal change
Post by: Captain Puke on 21 July 2011, 13:08

Hi all,

  I need to replace my oil seal this weekend, is it possible to do this without a timing gun?  Can I just mark the dizzy position before disassembly and return when it goes back in?

Obvious question but I don't really do cars!

Cheers

Title: Re: 16v distributor seal change
Post by: SoundillusioN on 21 July 2011, 13:33

Quote from: Captain Puke on 21 July 2011, 13:08

Hi all,

  I need to replace my oil seal this weekend, is it possible to do this without a timing gun?  Can I just mark the dizzy position before disassembly and return when it goes back in?

Obvious question but I don't really do cars!

Cheers

In short yes, usually applies to all/most parts of the timing gear.. if marked up when removed you should be fine if you put it back just as it was. cambelts are often done this way,

Title: Re: 16v distributor seal change
Post by: Wayne on 21 July 2011, 13:38

Yes, mark it and it will be fine might still be worth getting the timing checked afterwards anyway.

Title: Re: 16v distributor seal change
Post by: Captain Puke on 21 July 2011, 16:55

Ok cheers, will give it a go. Thanks!