Slows2k

The final drive gear in the rear end has no effect on trans ratios. Someone else posted that is did.

cmnsnse

Here's one for ya, my rear main showed a good amount of leakage (engine oil) when my tranny failed, I got the seal so I could replace it but it hasn't leaked any more since (about 5 clutch changes)

I figured it just got really hot (part of the mainshaft melted) but it must not have permenantly deformed . . . After more than 100,000 plus the seals are still good on the engine.

If the crank isn't scored (shouldn't be at that mileage) a new seal will be just fine.

us2bwrx

slave cylinder maybe, remove the rubber cover and check it out

jzz30

why dont you just smell the oil? engine, trans, and clutch fluid all smell different.

Slows2k

It has allready been determined to be either engine oil, or trans oil. Both are similar weights, color and smell. It's not the slave cylinder.

S2KenC

The tranny needs to come off to confirm where the leak is coming from. I'll know more on wednesday.

s2kBryan916

[QUOTE=Slows2k,May 21 2006, 05:35 AM]

It's pretty bold to say there is a design problem when you don't know where it goes and what it looks like.

RadioZero

my statement was not a flaming post, just a comment. what's bold is your statement, considering you don't know me. i know my way around an engine compartment very well. i turn my own wrenches. my statement stands, its an expensive repair for honda or the owner if the car is out of warranty. lots of labor for such a simple part.

have a nice day...

Slows2k

You are correct I don't know you.

Here's your statement:

"why wouldn't honda design a permenent fix for an important seal?? stupid IMHO."

Which was made right after this one:

"the above posted PN describes a Oil seal but it doesn't say where it goes?"

The type of seal and location on a S2000 is no different from any other modern car. Pardon me If I don't see the logic in "stupid IMHO"

David1

All manufacturers have rear main seals that go bad. Just ask the lucky Ford GT owners