[Healeys] Front Seal - BN1 Gearbox

[Mr. Bill]

Alan, List,

What kind of seal are you contemplating? In 1998 I had the gearbox front 
cover machined out and an O-ring inserted to seal on the first motion 
shaft. I have had no problem whatsoever with several thousand miles of 
driving. I have inquired but never really received a solid answer as to 
the downside of doing this. Perhaps your question will promote a good 
discussion.

Bill


On 11/12/2010 4:49 Big Blue, Alan Seigrist wrote:
> All -
>
> I am considering putting a front seal on the gearbox of my BN1.  There have
> been some "mixed" opinions on this list before, anyone recommend or not
> recommend doing this?  I live in a hilly place so the front screw seal does
> leak alot of fluid over time.
>
> Thanks for your thoughts about this.
>
> Alan

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