How do you install a rear main seal on a 351 Cleveland?

You need to unbolt the engine mounts and use an engine crane or similar to lift the engine just enough to be able to slide the engine sump forward enough to expose the rear main bearing. You can then use a “Sneaky Pete” to remove and install the rope seal. A sneaky pete will set you back about $40 from memory and is made by Lisele I think.

Are there alternatives to rear main rope seal?

The Following Is A Suggested List Of Rear Main Rope Seal Alternatives Working On Buick 231 Jeep 225 17200 S-1389 BS40613 Buick 350 Ford 460 17043 N/A BS40032 Buick 400 430 455 Ford 200 17042 N/A BS30135

What kind of rope seal do I need for my Buick?

The Following Is A Suggested List Of Rear Main Rope Seal Alternatives Working On Buick 231 Jeep 225 17200 S-1389 JV742V Buick 350 Ford 460 17043 N/A JV618 Buick 400 430 455 Ford 200 17042 N/A JV730

Is there a Sneaky Pete rear main seal?

A sneaky pete will set you back about $40 from memory and is made by Lisele I think. The really hard part is cleaning up the pan to install a new gasket while its jammed under the car without getting bits falling inside. you no i just did a big search on rear main seals and the sneaky pete seams pretty handy.

Is the rear main rope seal still used?

The rear main rope seal worked well in its time, as long as you completely understood the installation process. Also, The installation technique of a rear main rope seal, was slowly being lost as they diminished in use. Many younger installers did learn the technique, but it was far less common.

Can a number 5 main seal be removed?

If the motor has the original rope replaced by the neoprene then the pin in the number 5 main cap will have been removed. If this is the case then you should no longer use the rope seal. They need to be installed with lip facing correct way.

How do you replace the rear main seal?

Use a large screwdriver to remove the engine plate and access the rear main seal housing. You might now find oil pan bolts going through the oil pan and into the rear main seal’s housing. Removes these bolts. The seal housing will have bolts holding the housing to the rear of the engine block. Remove these bolts by turning them counterclockwise.

What causes the rear main seal to fail?

On most modern engines, the seal’s failure is due to a condition inside the engine or a component connected to the back of the engine. Solving why the seal failed in the first place is critical to preventing a labor-intensive comeback.

How many people to reinstall rear main seal?

If not you will need about 4 people to help you reinstall the crank so they can hold the conrods in position while you lower the crank into place. If doing this or removing/reinstalling pistons and rods make sure you put about 2″ of hose over the rod bolts so they don’t damage the crank big end surfaces.

Can you replace the rear seal on a 351C?

Replacing the rear main seal in a 351c without removing the engine or transmission. yes, a lift was involved, but there engine and transmission is still in the car. this all could be done for a few hours of work. saving you lots of time!!! Loading…

Can a 351 Cleveland have a leaking main seal?

I have a 351 Cleveland with a leaking rear main seal. The engine is out of the car and on an engine stand. I have removed the flexplate and sump and removed the rear bearing cap.