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Old 12-30-2004, 01:12 PM
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Thumbs up Re: Leaks!

Leaking rear main is VERY common. Rope seals leak. I wouldn't run to replace until it gets fairly bad. Then go with a synthetic, not 'rope' seal. Article with a few tricks for doing it right is on this site.

The newer 3800 motors went with a one-piece seal eventually.
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