Major service !

Sooo I’ve been dealing with a small oil leak, at first I thought it was the p/s pump leaking but after some googling I found that these engines have a timing cover problem. So at the same time that I’m doing the cover I thought it would be a good time replace my gear set to a 4.88 . So my question is this I purchased the bushing to replace the needle bearing but the guy doing the install , installed the bushing on the wrong side. So I had to order another one to put on the other side. What do you guys think? Will it be ok with both needle bearings removed from both sides? I mean it’s just like the bearing but solid. I’m willing to test it as I have no choice as the bearing is back ordered . Anyway here are some pics of the oil leak

 

Hey, at least it's just the cover. Timing jobs suck. Especially if you've ever owned a Triton - then it's 3 or 4 timing jobs suck

Unsure about the needle bearings though. I have gears on the way but am not very familiar with the needle bearing mod yet. I do plan on doing both the same time though. Sorry I can't help there, but subbing to stay in the know.

 

Honestly it’s a huge job. Tons of bolts , and removing the harness without damaging the clips is very hard, doable but hard. I’m kinda happy about it because I get to go thru the truck and replace everything that needs to be done as far as scheduled maintenance. Water pump was showing signs of a leak, plugs needed to be replaced . Flushed all fluids , alignment afterwards . A huge huge job . I can’t believe it only pays 16 hours warranty for a tech .

 

As to the needle bearing question I would call and ask ECGS. They would be the best to ask whether or not changing both sides is advisable.

 

Thanks superdave1.0 I called them and they said it will be fine. Thanks for the simple and 100% correct answer.

 

The needle bearing is only on the drivers side. The passenger side is a ball bearing. It is completely different and not interchangeable. This is from there webpage.

 

Speedfreak when you take the diff apart there is a needle bearing on both sides .
41331g is the bearing and it’s on both sides . Thanks for your concern , but I called ecgs and they said it’s even gooder now

 

You are a brave soul to attempt that job. I will be looking for the 'no leaks' confirmation when you are done thou.

 

I’m not doing the work , I’m recovering from some health issues . Your right it’s a massive job and I hope it comes out ok

 

Good to know. Just going by what the website states. I have not pulled one apart.

 

I've had both of those things done. Timing cover was leaking like mad all over the power steering pump at 65k, common for 2016. Cost $2500 at dealer. Did tons of work and took over a week. They actually resealed everything on the engine that uses the fipg sealant. That was nice and new coolant, freon & power steering fluid. They removed everything to get in there and it's been perfect for the last 5k... On the ecgs bushing, I put on a 3" lift and the old bearing was humming like mad. "4 wheel parts" had the last bushing in town and put it in for $350 in a couple hours, on the correct side thank God! Hope it goes well for you.