Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Drip, drip, I feel beaten

[QWaller]

Well I phyched myself up and went after the KDP after long meditation and monetary preparation. I had a leak of unknown origin that prompted me to go ahead. Only have 84k on the 98 I just purchased. Was otimistic that the leak would be an easy fix. Hoping for gear cover or crank seal. Couldn't tell where the leak came from once in. Dowel pin had not moved. Tabbed and went on. Did notice that there was a wear ring or two on the crank itself. Largest was at about 3/8 inch fronm front of crank. Placed new seal the best I could and put back together. First run, Leak the same as before. Prob looks actually a little worse because there is no sludge to slow it down. Doesn't leak at idle, only after running down the road. Then it is a coulple of drops falling from steering link. Any thoughts on next step would be greatly appreciated. I am not even certain it is from the crank seal, but it shows up right at the low point centered on engine(above damper). I may just have to live with it and park it in the dirt. :{

Thanks

Quinn

 

[Joe G.]

Clean the area with brake cleaner. Lay under it while the engine is running and see if you can see what is leaking.



The front seal does not have to be installed at an exact depth. If it is leaking and you have to install another one clean the crank nose with brake cleaner. Make sure the crank is clean and dry. Make sure you use the installation plastic sleeve tool for installation. Install the seal dry so that it is on a smooth part of the crank nose if possible. If not, then you may have to get a speedy sleeve or something like that. I have no experience with the sleeve so someone else will have to comment on how to install one.

 

[QWaller]

Thanks for the reply. I will do that. At least I have some wiggle room on the seal depth. This is good to know.

Thanks

Quinn