Leak (minor) Between tranny and engine

[DJiCE]

Just notice a tiny leak comming from my 94 GT auto...

I jacked up the car and look quickly and notice signs of what looks like oil splash on the tranny housing...

I loook at where the tranny and engine join and see what looks like a big washer and where I believe the leak is comming from...


Is this my rear main seal ?

any advice is appreciated

 

[VibrantRedGT]

Yes, it is called a rear main seal. It's about a $15 part but the tranny needs to be removed to change it. My advice is keep an eye on your oil and if you do some tranny modifications change it then.

 

[DJiCE]

Good advice ...

Looks like I may consider a manual tranny swap , or when it gets real bad the leak upgrade the auto tranny ...

This is mostly street car so should I get a shift kit ? and maybe replace OD bands when the tranny is out?

 

[VibrantRedGT]

Depending on mileage you can either go manual or do up your existing tranny. I had a 90LX with an AOD and swapped it out for a complete Art Carr street/strip set up (valve body, shift kit, 2800 stall, cooler, etc.) and picked up 6 tenths at the track. Worth every penny because not only did I get the most out of my motor but she was very consistent. Yes do it up it's worth it.

 

[KM 94 GT]

I had a 90LX with an AOD and swapped it out for a complete Art Carr street/strip set up (valve body, shift kit, 2800 stall, cooler, etc.) and picked up 6 tenths at the track. Worth every penny because not only did I get the most out of my motor but she was very consistent. Yes do it up it's worth it.