[ctbale]

just did my water pump and timing belt

you dont have to pull pump.

but your nutz not to

you can change belt without touching pump, but pull pump to change it

pull rad for working space ... its only 4 little bolts.

as far as the water pump gasket, the book says rtv, but fipg would work. but skim coat, not bead. just put the sealant on and use your finger and make it as thin as possible, no matter how thin you make it, you will still see a small bead squeeze out after torquing the pump bolts, showing adequate coverage on the mating surfaces.

cant help on the seals, I have used a 1/8" drill, then a screw to draw them out before, but try screwdriver first.