Rear Main Seal

[kpack5982]

So i'm puttin my new clutch in and my rear main seal is leaking so I'm at the point now where everything is out, but I can't get the rms out. i tried a screwdriver, but i don't understand how to "pinch" it to get it out. Anyone have any ideas or tips?

 

[4G-KDMP]

Have you tried running a screw through it and then pull it out?
Try to center the screw and don't got to deep toy don't want to scratch the end of the crank

 

[kpack5982]

I tried a screw, but unfortunately it didn't work, but maybe the kind of screw i used wouldn't work. Like a self tapper? or drywall screw?

 

[kpack5982]

all i have to do is remove the flywheel right, and the rms should be right there?

 

[jrichker]

I tried a screw, but unfortunately it didn't work, but maybe the kind of screw i used wouldn't work. Like a self tapper? or drywall screw?

A drywall screw shold be ideal.

 

[Mustang5L5]

I just use a very thin flathead on the engine block side and it comes right out

 

[ID89GT]

I just use a very thin flathead on the engine block side and it comes right out

Thats what I did. And you will have that block plate you gotta take out also but it is pretty self explanatory once you get the flywheel off..

 

[kpack5982]

man!!!! I still can't get it. Is there any metal in the seal cause all i can do is get the rubber on the outside off, but the rest of the seal won't come. Please someone help!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[kpack5982]

do you really have to give it a hard pry to get it out?

 

[TenorPlayinGuy]

Ideally you would use a seal puller to remove it as to not cause damage to the crank, or the machined cap. However I have had to use a rubber mallet and several screw drivers before. Sometimes your lucky and sometimes its a PIA! Safest way I believe is to attack it from the outside ring edge. Tap in then pry the screwdriver outward towards the side of the car. Takes some time im sure.

 

[Aryan15]

I drilled 3 holes equally spaced around the seal and slide hammered it out. It helps if you have the new seal to know where to drill the holes.

 

[Mustang5L5]

It is a stiff seal. It's not soft like you'd think.

 

[kpack5982]

Yeah, it was pretty stiff, but eventually a buddy of mine came over and helped out. Apparently the screwdrivers I had just didn't seem strong enough, but he had a nice hard flathead that eventually worked. But it was quite the pain. Thanks for all the help!

 

[Gearbanger 101]

Yeah, it was pretty stiff, but a buddy of mine had a nice hard flathead that worked.

Contemplating a CT

 

[timeless2]

CT applied. Carry on with the Tech.

 

[Mustang5L5]

Lol. good stuff

 

[S&B]

Yeah, it was pretty stiff, but eventually a buddy of mine came over and helped out. Apparently the screwdrivers I had just didn't seem strong enough, but he had a nice hard flathead that eventually worked. But it was quite the pain. Thanks for all the help!

sounds like you guys are a team

 

[kpack5982]

lol, that's hilarious!!!