CJ96xj
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- Bel Air, MD
I'm replacing the rear main seal on my 96 4.0 xj tomorrow, Are there any tips anyone can offer? I have a pretty good writeup on it.
Thanks
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You are talking about the main girdle? If so, it won't drop the bearing caps if you remove it, which you have to do.Also, will taking the bracket on all the bearings drop the crank?
Ok, I have the oil pan partially out, the front end is as low as possible... any ideas? Also, will taking the bracket on all the bearings drop the crank?
http://jeepin.com/features/rearmain
It is crucial to use a small amount of rtv sealant on the corners of the seal, where the 2 halves meet.
I didnt use any sealant when I slid the top seal in, I used lucas oil stabilizer. (the thick goopy oil) I tried to slip the seal in dry, but I ended up ripping it. I put a big gob of lucas oil on the end of the seal, and slowly slipped it in.
No leaks!
My mechanic at work told me about something like a shoehorn or something? Any ideas what he's talking about?