Outer Limits 4x4 Board

I have grave fears that the rear main oil seal in the old 2f is shot and have been told i will have to remove the engine to replace it. Is this really a big job and does it require the engine to be removed?? i have the new seal and the gregory's manual, dont know if i should attempt it myself, with only limited mechanical experience???

Any info/ help greatly appreciated.

cheers,

adam

Not 100% on the 2F but when the main rear went on mine (3B) the box had to come out, which is a bit easier than taking the engine out (only a bit)

take out the box and be prepard to do a clutch in case it's soaked in oil or stuffed .You will probably need a speedy sleeve on the crank were the seasl usually wear a groove in them

worthwile checking the sump gasket as they are not the best they go hard and leak

Yeah just replaced the sump and side plate gaskets, both were buggered.

You will probably need a speedy sleeve on the crank were the seasl usually wear a groove in them

Whats a speedy sleeve?? ...sorry still learning

cheers,

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DO NOT USE SPEEDY SLEEVE especially on the crank. They are a thin sleeve that fits over the original seal surface. If you choose to use one you will have the same problem back in no time.

I would take note where the original seal is running and either push it further in or not so far in as the seal will be running on an untouched area of the seal surface. Be sure to use some silastic around the outside of the seal to secure it it prevent further leaks.

Speedi sleeve's do not work to well where there is high seal surface speeds and oil pressure from main brg as well. They are really only temporary fixes.