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This direct replacement timing cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment cover for a reliable repair. This part has undergone extensive testing to ensure adherence to precise design standards. This part is compatible with the following vehicles. Before purchasing, enter your vehicle trim in the garage tool to confirm fitment. [Ford Aerostar: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997] – [Ford Ranger: 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008] – [Ford Taurus: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007] – [Ford Windstar: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000] – [Mercury Sable: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005]
Michael K –
Bought this timing cover to repair a 2006 Taurus 3.0L that had the common problem of corrosion at the rear coolant passage causing a coolant leak. This car has 250,000 miles. This is a very good quality part. Came with the seals and gaskets as shown, you will only use one of the water pump gaskets, just check the number of bolts yours uses. The gasket kit that came with was it is made by Victor Reinz.Although I am an experienced Tech, the job was fairly simple and straight forward to do. I do not recommend using any RTV on the supplied gaskets. If the mating surfaces are properly cleaned you will not get any leaks. You will need Permatex thread sealant, to seal the timing cover bolt that protrudes into the engine block water jacket. You will also need Permatex Ultra Grey RTV, to seal the slot in the harmonic balancer when reinstalled. If the balancer isn’t sealed when reinstalled, you may get an oil leak.I hate leaks of any kind so I took a couple extra steps in my repair. When I drained the coolant, I replaced the radiator drain plug with a dorman replacement, since the old one with o ring was starting to leak. Since the front two bolts of the oil pan are threaded into the timing cover (and my oil pan gasket was starting to leak) I decided to drop the oil pan and install a new gasket. It was a very close fit, but on my car I was able to get the oil pan out without dropping the exhaust. To install the new oil pan gasket, I had to install the gasket first, (just set in place loosely) then work the pan into position. I used the grey RTV at each corner of the oil pan gasket and do not have any leaks.While I had the timing cover removed, I found my timing chain worn, which was expected given the high mileage. Picked up a timing chain set locally for about $35. Once the cam gear bolt is removed, the set will slide off. The cam bolt has a hole in it which feeds oil to the chain. I found conflicting reports on the torque spec of this bolt. I cleaned the bolt and threads in the cam with contact cleaner and put blue Loctite on the bolt. I torqued it to 46 lb/ft. I have not had any problems since repair has been completed. Everything is clean and dry, no coolant or oil leaks. Hope this helps.
Chuck Finley –
Needed to replace timing cover on my 1992 Ranger with the 3.0 V-6. This was one of the most reasonably priced places to buy. It fit very well with no problems. Gaskets were Victor Reinz and more than adequate for the application. I speculate that this is for later production Rangers or Taurus’ (or perhaps some other application I’m not aware of) as I had to find a replacement bolt 1/2″ longer for one bolt hole whose boss was not machined down the same as on the timing cover I was replacing. I believe on later 3.0 engines the water pump has an extra bolt boss that shares this same bolt location. A gasket for both styles of water pumps is included in the set so either way it should work.Timing cover is installed, along with a new timing chain set, water pump, and heater hoses. No leaks and my Ranger is running right at the temperature it should.
BG –
Having read all of the other reviews I was somewhat concerned about fit and finish issuesbut the timing cover I received fit perfectly. Also, while the included seal is different thanthe OEM seal it seams to work fine if seated flush with the timing cover (adjust as neededto account for any groove in the crankshaft pulley).
F. Roman –
The repair on my 1998 Ford Taurus 12 valve engine started out as a timing cover coolant leak. I bought the Dorman timing cover for that repair, just in case the old cover was corroded after 20 years, which it wasn’t. Took everything apart, put in a new timing chain, timing gears, timing cover gasket, timing cover, alternator, water pump, water pump gasket, camshaft seal, etc. Only thing I did not replace was the oil pan gasket. Thought I might get away with it. Started the car, and the oil was leaking from the oil pan gasket right underneath the cam seal. There was hardly any pressure on the gasket between the timing chain cover and the oil pan. The flimsy rubber gasket was coming out from between the oil pan and the timing chain cover and it was leaking like a faucet. So, I ordered the best Fel-Pro rigid oil pan gasket for this repair. Took off the y pipe, got the oil pan off, and decided to order a new oil pan instead of putting the old rusty, dirty oil pan back. Finished up the repair with the new Dorman oil pan, the Fel-Pro gasket, and the Dorman timing chain cover. Followed the recommended 108 inch pound torque spec and the recommended bolt tightening pattern, and I ended up with the gap on the left side that you see in the photos. So, I still had an oil leak. Bought another Fel-Pro gasket for $45 and did the repair again. This time, I used RTV gasket sealer in the 4 spots specified by AllData, just like I did with the initial repair, but this time I used the gasket sealer between the gasket and the entire front timing chain cover. I used gasket sealer (the sticky, hardening kind) between the gasket and the oil pan. End of the day, I wish I had cleaned off the original timing chain cover and oil pan and just used them instead of the Dorman timing chain cover and oil pan. I should not have had to use so much gasket sealer between the pan and the front timing cover. End of the day, no more oil leak, but way too much work for parts that cost me around $250 total.
S. Mcauliffe –
I realize, reading the other reviews there may be some quality control issues with this pump.That said, the one I received was a perfect fit. The crank seal was properly machined, it was flat and the alignment dowls were in the proper places.Not a very tough DIY job. Fixed my coolant leak, so I’m happy.Remember to get high-temp thread sealant!
Fixer –
This works great for the 3.0 V6 for rangers. It sucks to get to it.
Billy R Hutto –
Fit well , fixed the problem , and fast shipping !!
Jesús Diaz –
Perfecto