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Jan 13, 2014 | 10:29 PM

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Rear cover bolt torque

What's the torque for the eng rear cover bolts?

Should the rear main seal (inner surface) be installed wet or dry? I've seen both methods recommended.

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Jan 14, 2014 | 01:43 AM

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Jan 14, 2014 | 02:23 AM

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Perfect! Thx LoneStarFRC..

Oct 20, 2014 | 11:13 AM

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Perfect! Thx LoneStarFRC..

Reviving a thread from the past.

Is it ok to install the rear cover without sealing the cover surface w RTV or any sealant?

I have a minor oil leak after installing the rear cover w crank seal and after doing a clutch. Im hoping its something else

Jan 28, 2024 | 12:05 PM

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I have a similar issue, did you find out what the solution was?

Jan 30, 2024 | 04:39 PM

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You should put a dab of RTV sealant on the bottom corners of the rear cover, to help it seal against the oil pan. It is commented in the workshop manual.

Jan 30, 2024 | 04:43 PM

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You should put a dab of RTV sealant on the bottom corners of the rear cover, to help it seal against the oil pan. It is commented in the workshop manual.

I did, but I didn’t use high temp RTV. I currently have a leak and in the process of pull the drivetrain again 😅. Also, I torqued all the rear main cover bolts.

i was hoping the leak was coming from the oil sender/sensor but I don’t think it the case sadly.

Jan 30, 2024 | 04:51 PM

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I did, but I didn’t use high temp RTV. I currently have a leak and in the process of pull the drivetrain again 😅. Also, I torqued all the rear main cover bolts.i was hoping the leak was coming from the oil sender/sensor but I don’t think it the case sadly.

You could also have an oil leak from the cam position sender, which is right above the rear cover.