In many ways you could call this Part 3 of the Nissan Timing Chain Series. Here's a link to those 2 videos to get you caught up.
Nissan 2.5L Timing Chain Replacement (Part 1):
Nissan 2.5L Timing Chain Replacement (Part 2):
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So in this episode we not only replace the water pump, but also the valve cover. As you'll see in the video, things don't quite go as planned. So please watch the entire video before you start firing off comments. You might end up looking like an idiot if you don't.
First video in this series: Jerry Hall's 2003 Nissan Sentra SE-R Fixing it Forward Project -Fixing it Forward: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2XDBXSEvYI
Camera: Brian Kast
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If you're not familiar with the Fixing it Forward series, here's the introduction video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfBnTwpEBu0
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Tools
Snap-on Long 12-14mm:
12-Point 12 mm–14 mm 0° Offset Metric Box Wrench
https://store.snapon.com/Standard-Handle-0-Offset-mm-12-Point-12-mm-14-mm-0-Offset-Metric-Box-Wrench-P633884.aspx
Beta T-handles 10mm:
Beta Tools 009520010 952 10-T-Handle Wrenches With Swivelling/a>
https://www.jbtoolsales.com/beta-tools-009520010-952-10-t-handle-wrenches-with-swivelling#oid=1002_1
Beta Nut Drivers:
Beta Tools 009430320 943 Fl/S6-6 Nut Spinners 943Fl In Box
https://www.jbtoolsales.com/beta-tools-009430320-943-fl-s6-6-nut-spinners-943fl-in-box#oid=1002_1
Zep Mass Airflow Cleaner:
Mass Air Flow Sensor Cleaner
http://www.zepautomotive.com/product/Mass-Air-Flow-Sensor-Cleaner
Spill Free Funnel:
Lisle 24680 Spill Free Funnel Set
Gear Wrench:
Gearwrench 9602N 16 piece Reversible Double Box Ratcheting Socketing Wrench Non Capstops Metric Set
http://www.jbtoolsales.com/gearwrench-9602n-16-piece-reversible-double-box-ratcheting-socketing-wrench-non-capstops-metric-set#oid=1002_1
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