Bobby Posted November 7, 2019 Share Posted November 7, 2019 I am after some advice please. I have had my head done up and is now tensioned down. I am following the book "How to rebuild your Nissan Datsun OHC engine by Tom Monroe. When it comes to install the timing chain tensioner he says "don't forget the gasket. I don't remember seeing a gasket when I pulled it down. I have a FelPro engine rebuild gasket set and there is nothing that looks like it. I had bought a timing chain kit by OSK from Zcar Depot and it comes with everything except a gasket for the tensioner. Neither Zcar Depot or Motor Sport Auto list a gasket. So I am assuming it is metal to metal. Does anyone know for sure? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my_mad_z Posted November 8, 2019 Share Posted November 8, 2019 I don't recall using a gasket when I rebuilt my L28; I did a quick google search and managed to find this info: https://forums.hybridz.org/topic/105781-quick-question-on-chain-tensioner/ Hope that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Posted November 8, 2019 Author Share Posted November 8, 2019 Thanks my_mad_z. Earlier today I rang Stewart Wilkins in Sydney and he said they used to have them years ago but not any more. He said to just give a light smear of Permatex or some sealer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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