Originally Posted by 3hundred
Originally Posted by Big Bad Bee
Hey engine gurus. I had my engine rebuilt and it sat for three years before I installed it and broke it in. It has a bad rear main seal leak. Is it common for this to happen and will it eventually swell up and stop leaking as oil lubricates it or has it dried out due to inactivity and need to be replaced?


It's probably a long shot, but check the oil sending unit for leaks before getting too deep into rear seals. 2¢

Robert

Great idea, Robert. I'm going to clean it up and go over it with a fine tooth comb. Question. Will brake clean eat the paint off my trans or engine?

I’m listening.