Front gear cover removal Question???

I went back through my pictures of my 2N restoration (engines are the same for the most part). I'm pretty sure that there are 2 bolts that hold the oil pan on along the front edge of the engine that go up into the timing cover. You MAY have to remove the front axle to get to those two bolts. However, I think that since there is a big cutout or drain opening in the bottom center of the axle support where it bolts to the oil pan - you may be able to get to the two "hidden" bolts by using a LOOONG extension and possibly a universal or wobble socket. I beleive these are your culprits.

Also, before you remove the cover, remove the oil releif spring and plunger (under the BIIIG hex head plug at the top of the timing cover) and put them in a safe place so they don't get lost or damaged. If you run into any more problems, let us know.

Jeb

Jeb

Here's a pic of one from John Smith's site. I didn't know this, but he says that this is only used on models with front mount distributors. I've heard that technically you don't need it since the angle of the teeth on the gear and the rotation of the engine actually makes the gear want to slide TOWARDS the engine. However, I am a firm beleiver that if it was originally called for, then I want it in there! I was able to get mine from a salvage yard (after a lot of looking) and I think they gave it to me since I bought a few other parts at the same time.

Jeb