Rubicon John
TJ Enthusiast
Yeah that’s about how mine looked.Would you do it like this guy did on the block ?
Except using the anaerobic obviously
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Yeah that’s about how mine looked.Would you do it like this guy did on the block ?
Except using the anaerobic obviously
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I really can’t imagine why it was still leaking. Whoever did the rear main and pan gasket obviously used the proper amount of rtv and the correct torque on the pan bolts. Gasket was imploded and blue chunks of rubber were stuck to the pickup screen.
That didn’t work out. Had to make a cut under passenger floorboard, took collar bolts all the way loose and let it dangle. In hindsight I’d have removed that section completely.Were you able to get the pan out without removing exhaust?
Just out of curiosity, the FSM says to use "gasket maker". It doesn't say anywhere to use the anaerobic RTV. Why does everyone say to use the anaerobic RTV?I read this whole thread and there is some great stuff in here. I thought I could add a few more bits of technical info from the shop manual. This is specifically for a 2005 LJ 4.0. I think the main reason a newly installed seal will leak is that it gets cut during install and or the sealant is not done perfectly. Also some might be interested in the service bulletin related to the main seal.
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What does that mean? You don't need to drop the tranny to replace the RMS on a 4.0.Just talked with my mechanic. He suggested replacing my clutch while he's in there. Total of estimate $1200 with a HD clutch.
What does that mean? You don't need to drop the tranny to replace the RMS on a 4.0.
LOL. Mechanics still rip people off these days?Just talked with my mechanic. He suggested replacing my clutch while he's in there. Total of estimate $1200 with a HD clutch.