LN IMS Bearing - Shoddy Previous Install?

[alexpinson5]

Originally Posted by JFP in PA

You may not need to replace the actual IMS bearing, but you may want to contact LN and inquire about getting a replacement flange cover. Replacing just the cover requires prepping the car as though you were going to pull the bearing however (engine locked at TDC, cams locked, etc.).

Thanks, was hoping that was the case over a whole bearing replacement. Further searching shows they sell an o-ring and sealing bolt kit that is pretty inexpensive so I may not even need the flange. I'll reach out to them and see what they say.

[alexpinson5]

Finished up last night. Really took my time, locked the cams, removed the tensioners, all that fun stuff. The bearing seemed to be in great shape (which is what I expected with a relatively low amount of miles on it) so I'm leaving it in.

I was able to get the IMS flange back in without pinching the outer triple-seal like the last installer did. Once my new RMS arrives I can get things buttoned back up and start driving!

[Danimal]

Nice work!