[TR] Rear oil leak - is this a first?

[Bob]

On Sunday, December 12, 2010 11:21:43 am John Gillis wrote:
> Dear all - having stripped all in preparation for TR2 engine removal to
> deal with my rear crank oil leak, I decided to remove the clutch
> inspection plate to make sure of the source before all that heaving out.
> As I removed the plate, what should fall out but a large core plug, I am
> guessing the one from the rear of the camshaft. Is it likely THIS is
> actually the source of my woes, and has anybody come across this before? I
> guess I will still have to remove the engine, but should I now leave the
> crank seal alone? Regards
> John
John,

Since you are removing the engine, I would install one of those new upgraded 
seals as highlighted in the current issue of the VTR magazine.

It is currently available from TRF in their Christmas adds online.

Bob