Are 302 and 351w timing covers the same?

Are 302 and 351w timing covers the same?

Yes the covers will interchange from 1 block to the other, but you have to match the timing cover to the water pump your using, either standard rotation or reverse rotation.

Can you JB Weld a timing cover?

Registered. Yes JB weld will hold th timing case performed that on my old 95 and it worked great.

What is the difference between a 302 and a 351 Windsor?

You can spot the difference pretty easily by looking at the front of the engine. On a 302 (or smaller c.i.d.) blocks, the distributor mount is almost flush with the top of the block (where the intake sits). A 351W block is taller. So, the distributor mount is below the block surface where the intake sits.

Will 302 parts fit a 351?

* All the parts from the 302 with the exception of the distributor and intake manifold will fit a 351w, but some of them may be undersized. * Motor mounts will be the same, exhaust will sit a little bit higher due to the extended deck height on the 351.

Do you have to drain oil to change timing cover?

Do you need to drain the oil to change the timing cover? – Quora. You do not have to, but it would be best if you do. You do not want DEBRIS,or parts of the old gasket in the oil . The choice is yours.

What kind of timing cover does a Ford 302 have?

This cast aluminum timing cover is designed to fit 1966-1993 Ford cars and 1966-1995 Ford trucks with 289, 302, 302HO, and 351W engines using either a standard or reverse rotation water pump.

Do I need a timing pointer on the timing cover?

Your timing cover may already have a cast in pointer or holes for a bolt on pointer. Either type is useless with that pump inlet on that side as they are hideden behind the mpump inlet. You need the timing pointer that goes on the PS of the engine. You also need timing marks on that side of the dampener.

Where is the timing pointer on a 289 motor?

The early timing pointer is cast into front cover where your new water pump hose connection is. You will need a 28 oz 3 bolt balancer and a timing pointer to match. 302 up to about 1978 if I get your question. I have a 289 motor that I am trying to get timed up correctly. I cannot seems to find the timing marks.

Where is the timing on a Ford F-150?

Early small block fords had the timing pointer on the (DS) ‘drivers side’ on the timing cover. Later engines have the pointer on the Passenger side. The timing marks are always on the edge of the dampener. They have to match up with the location of the pointer.