2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission A/C condenser move aside?

[LorenStrodtman]

If a guy wanted to have unfettered access to the front of his engine (cam swap, etc.) can the condenser just be gently moved/rotated aside and supported, or is complete removal required as the FSM states?

I need to reseal the timing cover, oil pan, and vacuum pump, and am hoping it's easier to do with the front cooling devices removed.

 

[BigPapa]

You can do it. This was my ‘98.

 

[Cummins12V98]

Before doing the job be sure timing cover is not leaking at the block. Really don’t want to do that job twice.

 

[BigPapa]

be sure timing cover is not leaking at the block.

That’s what I was doing when I took that pic.

 

[Cummins12V98]

Unfortunately my son went thru that dog n pony show on his 15.

 

[LorenStrodtman]

You can do it. This was my ‘98.
Perfect, thank you! The photo is a big help.

 

[Ozymandias]

Finale after 20 years Cummins released a new gasket for the timing cover. It's metal/rubber and seems to solve all the issues of the paper gasket used before.

 

[Matt42]

You can do it. This was my ‘98.

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This picture makes me want to cry.

 

[BigPapa]

Yep, made me cry, too.