What is this and should it be leaking?

[PA Patriot]

Has the same and it was the oil pan. Replaced the oil pan and no leak.


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[pagrey]

Has the same and it was the oil pan. Replaced the oil pan and no leak

That's good info. Did you replace just the gasket or the pan and gasket?

 

[PA Patriot]

My mechanic replaced both. It seemed like a big job as I think they had to drop the transmission to get to it? Not positive on that.


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[89grand]

My mechanic replaced both. It seemed like a big job as I think they had to drop the transmission to get to it? Not positive on that.


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No, you don't have to drop the tranny to replace the oil pan. You do have to drop the exhaust though. Replacing it is not a 1 hour affair, it's kind of a pain.

 

[Goatman]

There is usually a difference in smell. GL products have a fairly unique smell to them as well as being much thicker. Easiest way I have found is to get some on your clothes and walk by the wife. If its motor oil she is quiet. If gear lube I get kicked out of the house almost immediately.

 

[MountaineerTom]

Gear oil is the worst of all the automotive lubes. At least the ones I’ve been around.

 

[JoePal]

To further the question of rear main seal. If it is leaking and needs replacement is it an OEM part or is there another preferred brand to use or stay away from. Thanks.