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what should i do next? use a speedi sleeve? use sealant (what type?)? do both? get a new seal? not looking forward pulling tranny and all out again. need to make sure i got it right this time. will def run w the flywheel only to check for leaks before putting back again next time! thnx.
will do. have the NOS rear main seals been problematic? how tight should the seal fit the crank hub? my NOS seal slipped on by hand w/o using a mallet as the TM said. think it's not tight enough? do you know of an aftermarket better seal if i need to go that route?
also, my clutch disk...
its definitely engine oil. i just rebuilt the gearbox, new bearings and seals and proper clean gear oil level. this is dirty engine oil leaking out the flywheel housing drain. about 1/4 cup everytime i stop.
oil level is fine. not too much in there. very dirty and definitely needs changing. the crank hub was very smooth w no groove. i polished it up well before putting on the seal. seal was NOS but seemed fine. it wasn't as tight on the hub as i expected, slipped on without a mallet, just by...
New Rear Main Seal STILL Leaking!
i just replaced my rear main seal and it's still leaking! not just a little oil, but a lot. followed the TM exactly, made sure the 3 weep holes were clear on the bottom of the housing, put in a new seal and gasket. crankshaft was firm, so main bearing seems...
my rear main seal is leaking badly. just pulled it to press in a new one. noticed the housing has liquid gasket all around it. didn't think that would be needed when i reassemble it, but the prior person used it. should i put liquid gasket on it when i put it back together?
also, there pilot...
I need to replace my rear main seal. In reading the TM, I'm told I need to place 4 clutch release lever spacer blocks behind each finger as I remove the clutch. is this necessary? if so, where do I get these or how can i make them?
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