Is it possible to remove the crank sprocket for the timing set without pulling the timing cover? I'm thinking remove the upper sprocket, remove the crank pulley and oil pump, and it ?maybe? would slide out. I don't want to remove the timing cover because it doesn't leak a drop of oil after the rebuild. (EB has a 4* advanced sprocket I want to try <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shiner.gif" alt="" />)

The crank gear (sprocket) is larger diameter than the whole in the timing cover. And the chain itself would get in the way trying to clear the gear...the oil shelf just below the gear wouldnt allow enough clearance to pull the gear free Im thinking. Ive got a block on the stand and more timing sets and covers than I know what to do with...can play with it if ya want and let ya know if I can do it successfully! lol
~Darin <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/baby.gif" alt="" />

Thank's, Darin. Oh well, a guy can hope. I couldn't remember exactly how much room there was back there. I wasn't looking forward to pulling the timing cover 'cause it doesn't leak a bit. Maybe I should wait for the advanced top sprocket. Hmm....

Tell ya what, dont give up hope yet. I have to move the block into a new shed along with the rest of the toyota collection. Yup....the wife finally dropped the hammer and served eviction notice on the Toyotas bedroom. Says she wants it to be the guest room its supposed to be. Dangit anyways. Sooo while Im out helping my collection get settled in, I'll throw something together and see how possible it is...just for you! Besides, something tells me I better get used to being out there. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />
~Darin <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/baby.gif" alt="" />