where can i find a new timing cover for my 7.3

[Alex G 7]

cant seem to find one even at a ford dealer seem to have one problem after another hoping it isn't another "obsolete" part. therefore, does anyone know where i can find a new timing cover?

 

[icanfixall]

Are you wanting the thin steel cover that is the backing plate for the water pump. They probably are no longer offred new anywhere. Finding a used one is what you probably will need to do. Might try an international dealer too. They can run a nationwide search. Might find a new old stock piece.

 

[79jasper]

Say someone with a water jet or Cnc plasma machine etc, could someone just make one fairly easy?
I haven't had one off, so I haven't seen a whole one.


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[icanfixall]

It would be easy to cut out with a water jet or plasma cutter but building the oil pan end and the crank main seal holder might be ruff. There is 4 thin nuts spot welded to the back side of it for the water pump 2 top and bottom bolts. Wouldn't be hard to spot weld or silver solder them on the plate. If I were to make one up I sure might make it thicker than what we have now.

 

[turbo elk]

Thicker and something more durable.

 

[FarmerFrank]

I got a good used one I'd sell

 

[79jasper]

I was thinking thicker would be better. Maybe even stainless or something. $$$$
Go big or go home. Lol
Sorry for the derail.


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