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Need to replace leaking cam seal(s). Never done this before, so anything i should know in advance? I've got Hondabond and an accurate torque wrench. The rocker cover seal was replaced only half a year ago so i'm using the old one. I watched this video, looks pretty straightforward:

 

 

In this one he only changes the exhaust side cam seal, and i've noticed some other people only change 1 cam seal as well when fixing a cam seal leak. My logic would say to replace both seals on the same go, but is this a) necessary and b ) possible without removing the distributor? I'm not even 100% sure if i've got leaks on both seals or only the exhaust side, it's hard to tell with all the bits in the way and oil spreading around engine.

 

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16 hours ago, Chandler said:

yep. 1 cam seal and 1 o-ring for the dizzy. i thought i had to buy 2 originally for my build then looked into it a bit more and realized its only 1 you need :car1:

 

Same here. With the exception that i assumed and bought 2 BEFORE looking into it. Oh well, wasn't too expensive and i can always sell it.

 

But thanks for the help Kink43 and Chandler, i'll get this done today.

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One more question, there seems to be different opinions about this: should i use hondabond or oil on the new seal? I've got a metallic aftermarket one with multiple o-rings.

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I've had two brands Skunk and blox. Personally decided not to put sealant on as both were snug. Only a little under the mating surface of cap.

Won't hurt to put a bit on just in case tho hey.

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