astra water pump fitting

[rac92]

Anyone know of any dramas in fitting a new water pump to a 2003 Astra with 2.2 lt (chain) engine??

[guy 27]

Just did one about 20 minutes ago. Just need to either hold balance shaft chain in place using special tool or drop timing cover off and re align everything correctly

[rac92]

Can I improvise the special tool and how long to do the job?

[guy 27]

here is what the tool looks like
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/181276521915

depending how mechanically minded you are. allow 4+ hours to do it.

[rac92]

thanks and will look at buying tool