jasper53
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We have got a mother and father of an oil leak from the back of our motor. Seems to be coming out of the bell housing drain, so assume rear seal? I recall reading on here somewhere that worn mains can compound the leak as well? Notice in the gasket set, there is a half moon cork or similar seal which I assume goes under the rear main. Suppose this may be leaking as well. We are going to do the bearings shortly anyway, as we have a bit of death rattle on cold start up although the car has only done 70k. Short runs and a lot of stop starts will soon wear the bearings anyway so not supprised. Also have the jingle, so checking the chain tensioners as well. As the SC doesn't have a pressure gauge I'll rig one up before we start to see what we have. Is around 40psi normal for these, or do they run more? Will also check the relief valve if a bit low. Think I'll use Thorntons for the bearings. Any ideas on best place for lower tensioner? Cheers, Rob