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I am going on assumption here, and i would like someone else's input if i am correct. I have been getting alot of oil leakage at the intersection of my tranny and engine. It seems to be affected by the rpm. Would this be correct to assume rear main seal?

I just rebuilt the engine with all the seals new, what did i do wrong that could have caused this, I am considering pulling the engine but don't want to of course. If thats what has to be done then fine. Not happy right now. :mad:

Frankie

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It's probably your rear main seal. You can pull the transmission (easier than pulling the engine) IMO......pull the clutch housing, then the flywheel. Pull the seal out with a seal remover or long screwdriver. When installing the seal, grease the lips well before installing.

Yeah i was considering it that way, lining that stuff up when dropping it in is always a pain. Now when you say grease it, is there any specific type of grease i should use. I greased it last time with just regular oil and I swear i put the lips toward the engine. Trying to make sure i don't do it wrong the 2nd time. :stupid:

Thanks

Frankie

Slighly twist the seal as you install it........don't seat it quite flush as many cranks with a lot of miles may actually have a groove worn in it from the previous seal. You want it to seat on a different spot than the old seal. Heavy oil or grease will work.

alright i have the tranny pulled and i am looking at this rear seal

which way does the seal sit, does the flat edge go towards the engine or away?

one side of the seal is flat and the other side is hollowed in with the circular spring on it, which side goes towards the engine?

Thanks Frankie

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