93 VH45 - Metal Chain Guides

[redhat-z]

I just got my vh45 out of the car yesterday. What a PITA! I removed the universe so I could just pull the engine but the alignment dowel on the block was seized to the transmission so they both came out. I pulled off the timing cover this morning and found metal-back timing chain guides. The production date is 11/92. I hope this helps someone worrying about their guides. When the car was running, I was about to buy the whole replacement package and get dirty.

Also, the two bolts midway up on either side of the transmission are ALMOST impossible to get to. I ended up going through the firewall to get them. Which, in doing so found out why these cars are so heavy. I had to go through carpet, padding, sound-proofing, padding, steal, thick foam, steal. Nothing a stepped bit and Sawz-all can't take care of.

I'd post pics but, if you've seen one, you've seen them all.

[elwesso]

Very good. Did it have the original light blue RTV or was there some other stuff?

Most people get those transmission bolts with like 4 foot extensions.

[redhat-z]

Blue RTV it is.