Leaky A Series
Discussion
Hi all
I've got a 1965 midget that's just suffered a lovely clutch failure. Engine and box now out and sat on the bench with a new clutch ready to go in.
Had the flywheel off though and the rear main seal is leaking something impressive, but I can't come across any seals for it? Does anyone know a solution to this? Can't imagine it's great for the new clutch!
Cheers
James
I've got a 1965 midget that's just suffered a lovely clutch failure. Engine and box now out and sat on the bench with a new clutch ready to go in.
Had the flywheel off though and the rear main seal is leaking something impressive, but I can't come across any seals for it? Does anyone know a solution to this? Can't imagine it's great for the new clutch!
Cheers
James
Try on here, really good, enthusiastic, Midget forum, the racers amongst them must have a solution.
http://www.mg-cars.org.uk/
IIRC the original relied on PCV and a scroll rather than a seal as such
http://www.mg-cars.org.uk/
IIRC the original relied on PCV and a scroll rather than a seal as such
Check there is no debris in the scroll on the crank. The slightest mark or obstruction will stop it working, also check all the crankcase breathers are clear and working correctly, any pressure in the crankcase will find the path of least resistance, ie the rear crank seal area. It's also good practice to fit a new breather/filler cap at every oil change as these are a breather cap and can block easily.
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