[TR] TR3 New Rear Main Seal Leaking

[bill_beecher at flash.net]

Hello List,
 
Well I have now put 100 miles on the new engine, it runs great, but I think
I am actually leaking more oil than before the rebuild.  I know, they are
supposed to leak some, it a British right of passage, but I went so far as
to grind the crank to the fit the $150. 'new-and-improved' seal from Moss
that is supposed to resolved much of this problem.  After parking the car
from  a 30min drive I see a 5" dia puddle under the engine at the rear.
 
Is there a break-in period that I should be aware of?  I intend to change
the break-in oil at 200 miles, will this make a difference?  Can I pull the
pan to inspect the seal without pulling the engine/trans to do it?  If so,
what should I be looking for?
 
Thanks to all in advance...
 
Bill Beecher
'58 TR-3A TS/30766 L (On the road in 2009!)
"A Triumph is man's best friend, it always comes when it is called...of
course, some times it is difficult to make it go"