Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: jpinet on March 12, 2015, 04:06:40

Title: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: jpinet on March 12, 2015, 04:06:40

Hi,
I have my 127 engine apart and I'm using that opportunity to change all the timing system: all gears, chain, tensioner and rails. But how do I remove the rails? There are two studs holding them, but I can't see how you undo these. I've read everywhere and can't find that info.
Thanks for the tips!

Title: Re: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: ja17 on March 12, 2015, 04:13:18

They are threaded (M5) in their centers. Install a bolt in them and use a slide hammer or use the bolt and some washers to pull them out.

Title: Re: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: jpinet on March 12, 2015, 04:36:16

They are just pressed in? I see the thread in the middle and will do as you suggested.
Thanks!

Title: Re: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: jpinet on March 12, 2015, 04:58:31

Much easier said than done!
Won't budge. I'll have to devise a better system with a slide hammer.
Like anything else, when there's a will, there's a way!

Title: Re: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: Flim on March 12, 2015, 06:50:06

Here's what I used, worked very well. Use a good quality (engineering) bolt.

Charles

Title: Re: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: ja17 on March 12, 2015, 13:12:56

Ah yes, the washer and socket method!  Thanks for the contribution szentesi !

Title: Re: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: jpinet on March 12, 2015, 14:01:40

Yep! That would work. I'll get to it right away! Thanks szentesi!

Title: Re: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: jpinet on March 12, 2015, 16:11:18

Done! The original aluminum and rubber rails are still in there. I don't know of the rubber is supposed to be soft, but it's hard as stone...

Title: Re: Removing timing chain rails
Post by: Flim on March 12, 2015, 17:36:51

Well done!
Mine were original spec as well, and were as hard as rock. Looked like plastic & aluminium to me.....

Charles