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Is the rear main seal the same as the tranmission side crank shaft seal?
If yes, then it's only removing the auto transmission. IMO I'd get the trans checked out while it's out, perhaps rebuilt. I'd also do new transmission mounts and motor mounts. Check out all the rubber boots and bushings (Lower Control Arm esp)!
I'd also do the Waterbelt/Timing belt service done too at the same time with new plugs, spark plug tube seals, new front main seal and probably a new thermostat. If you are thinking about any engine mods like gaskets, spacers, manifold, etc, now would be a great time to add it on! Also with 191K on the car, I'd suggest new 02 sensors as they will probably need replacing soon along with the catalysts.
If yes, then it's only removing the auto transmission. IMO I'd get the trans checked out while it's out, perhaps rebuilt. I'd also do new transmission mounts and motor mounts. Check out all the rubber boots and bushings (Lower Control Arm esp)!
I'd also do the Waterbelt/Timing belt service done too at the same time with new plugs, spark plug tube seals, new front main seal and probably a new thermostat. If you are thinking about any engine mods like gaskets, spacers, manifold, etc, now would be a great time to add it on! Also with 191K on the car, I'd suggest new 02 sensors as they will probably need replacing soon along with the catalysts.
AJ- I don't think it's the same thing. However, I'm not sure. Thanks for the suggestions.
Originally Posted by acrdr
Change your pcv valve and clean the area where it leaks
Drive it and recheck for leaks .
Thank you.
Originally Posted by EL BAN
Good luck went thru this about a month ago.. Really painful but took care of the leak..
Things to change clutch kit but you state "slushbox" so I assume you are an automatic.. I only took care of the seal..
If you don't mind, how much did you pay and did you get it done at the dealer?
Originally Posted by you8myrice
mines leaking too, whats are you paying if you dont mind
I'm currently going through my options. Will definitely report back.
Originally Posted by truonghthe
dealer price for this job is around $1100, some shop will do this cheap as $600.
I think you are right AJ. No, it's ok. Thanks though.
Acutech (former AZ vendor) quoted me $600 for the job. Conrad explained everything on the phone. I'm going to have them do the job along with some other things while the tranny is out.
No worries, the problem actually corrected itself. I remember reading some posts by IHC having the same issue and the problem resolving itself with his car as well. Acutech is in FL on the east coast.
Shit son.. I was going to come up in here and be like.. leaky rear main seal for several years here.. slowly waiting for her to correct herself.
For real though.. no rust mom!
PCV valve is a good suggestion.
Champ.. it's a $3 seal.. the work is removing the transmission. If you have a lift or at least the means, you could DIY. IMO, $1200 is too much labor cost.
Depending how bad it is, you could just say eff it. Few drops a day won't hurt anyone. Just stay on top of your trans fluid changes.
went thru this about a month ago.. Really painful but took care of the leak.. 
