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Old 08-01-2008, 07:56 PM
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Hey guys, I have a small oil leak between the oil pan and the trans bellhousing. I noticed this after an oil pump install. Im thinking its ethier the oil pan gasket or the rear main, what is more common and what can i do about it. Thanks
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more than likely it's the rear main seal. The only thing you can do it replace it
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If the leak started AFTER your oil pump install, it is the oil pan gasket. You should drop the pan again and check the gasket to make sure it still has some "spring". If the gasket is still in good shape, put a small dab of sealant on the little waffle pads at each corner, then reinstall and torque properly.

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