Tailshaft Seal leaking

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03-21-2010, 10:54 AM

MattHatt89

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Tailshaft Seal leaking

Yeah pretty much changed the seal yesterday, drove the car for awhile. Came out the next morning and now this ones leaking??

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03-21-2010, 06:43 PM

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check the bushing in the housing, if it's worn it will allow excess fluid to the tailshaft seal

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03-22-2010, 11:25 AM

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I replaced my seal a few months ago. Not too hard to do. Got the seal at autozone and no leaks. You'll need a very large socket for tapping in the new seal and a seal puller.

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03-24-2010, 11:23 AM

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Agreed with the bushing. Im assuming its bronze like the M6s are. If its loose it would give your rear seal hell I'm sure.

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