Dave WM Posted November 4, 2016 Share #1 Posted November 4, 2016 what do you think, I see oil leaking right at the pan gasket joint. I am hoping its not the rear seal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwri8 Posted November 4, 2016 Share #2 Posted November 4, 2016 The cheapest fix I know of is to tighten/re-torque your pan. That is always a good thing to do anyway. If the leak isn't very bad I wouldn't worry too much about it though. Replacing a rear seals (I think there are 3) means pulling the tranny and oil pan, or pulling the engine, either way that's a lot of effort for a few drops of oil. It's all part of the fun of Z ownership IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweatybetty Posted November 4, 2016 Share #3 Posted November 4, 2016 (edited) you might try putting some dye in the oil, drive a few miles, then shine a black light on it. it will glow, and show you right where the leak is. http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/supercool-u-v-leak-detect-dye-9497/10639818-P?searchTerm=leak+dye Edited November 4, 2016 by sweatybetty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave WM Posted November 4, 2016 Author Share #4 Posted November 4, 2016 its time for an oil change so will do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pop's Z Posted November 4, 2016 Share #5 Posted November 4, 2016 The problem with ignoring a main seal leak is you will be replacing the clutch disc as it will start slipping...ask me how I know. Just got done replacing clutch, resurfacing flywheel, and main seal...and unfortunately I'm seeing a small drip in my drip pan in the place under the trans/engine join...sigh. It is very difficult to properly set the main seal without the right sized seal setter tool. It gets cocked-off to one side or the other. Just sayin'....... Cheers, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave WM Posted November 4, 2016 Author Share #6 Posted November 4, 2016 (edited) so far no clutch issues. But I do have a 5 speed that I am waiting for cooler weather to install. So when I pull it presume I will be able to see if there is any leaking. I am surprised by all the issues folks report back on the main seal. I would not have thought it is so problematic. From what I have read the main issues are Proper lube (no dry starts) Proper tool to install (per you post about getting in square) side seals on main bearing cap (different styles OE vs non OE with external steel. sealant on side seals of main bearing cap. So my plan is to continue to research and try to figure out the best way to address these issues. Edited November 4, 2016 by Dave WM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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