OP
I was soaking oil pan bolts. That's the reason you see those oil lines around the pan.
2004 LJ rear main seal replacement
- Thread starter KP_LJ
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I was soaking oil pan bolts. That's the reason you see those oil lines around the pan.
OP
Was able to take off the last bolt as well. Plier on the other end and 9/16 socket.
weekend is going be a bit busy
. Hoping no more surprises
weekend is going be a bit busy
. Hoping no more surprises
OP
Was expecting good progress during the weekend on this rear main seal job. One nut was rounded when removing the bracket. Later remove the upper main seal. I spent a good amount of time knocking it with the wood stick and no luck. It probably moved 1cm on the other side. I'm looking for your input on the below two.
1) Where i can find the new nut to install the bracket back? it's 9/16 size. 13 came out easily and one was rounded badly.
2) Any good tool to take this upper seal? Will a sharp needle nose plier work?
1) Where i can find the new nut to install the bracket back? it's 9/16 size. 13 came out easily and one was rounded badly.
2) Any good tool to take this upper seal? Will a sharp needle nose plier work?
DougyintheBushies
TJ Enthusiast
I did a rms this weekend and I used a punch that fit in a socket with an extention on it. Take your time and be careful, one tap at a time.
Chopstick would'nt work for me either.
OP
Thank you @DougyintheBushies and @macleanflood. I will spend some time today and tomorrow after my work. Where i can find the 9/16 lock nut to install on the bracket? Any idea?
OP
It seems like I'm done with this project. The outcome is good so far. I used the below tool to remove the upper seal. I need some suggestions on Transmission fluid. I forgot to measure while draining off the fluid. I also tried to clear as much as possible using the opening near the radiator. I filled it with 5 ltr Mopar ATF fluid and the dipstick is full. Test drove it. It took a few minutes to move in Drive and Reverse gears.
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