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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 08:04 PM
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So I'm getting ready to order parts for a water pump/optispark change. I searched around and can't find a list of what else I should change such as any seals or drive shafts(?) to change. I'd like to get all I might need the first time, any suggestions?? My vette is a 96, LT-4
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 10:48 PM
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It's a lot easier to change your plug wires when it's all pulled apart.
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 10:56 PM
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A timing cover kit will have all the seals and gaskets. Search the archive for the tips & tricks on replacing the water pump seal and the crank seal. I did mine last weekend. I didn't do the crank seal because I didn't have the right puller and was concerned that I might screw it up. Well - it still leaks so next rainy weekend it all comes apart again. But.......... cap, rotor, wires, plugs, timing cover kit, hoses, gasket sealer, di-electric grease, engine degreaser, simple green, anit sieze compound...........thats about it
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Old Mar 7, 2011 | 07:20 AM
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Fel-pro has a seal and gasket set with everything you need for around $10. got mine at murrys auto parts. It includes the water pump also.
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