Leaking rear main seal-"Sneaky Pete" tool

Posted by Dave Kenney On 2009/5/13 19:55:54

The rear main seal on my '47 Super Clipper is leaking quite badly. Now that we finally have a couple of days of nice weather (a balmy 50F today but snow flurriesforcast for Friday!) I have removed the oil pan and have a new new rope seal from Max Merritt in hand. The manual suggests dropping the crankshaft to get the upper portion in but this will entail removing the transmission which is a daunting task lying on my back under the car what with the Overdrive unit attached. I have a tool known as a Sneaky Pete which I am tempted to give a try. Has anyone had any experience good or bad using this tool? In addition any tips which might lead to a successful repair would be appreciated as always.