2.3L ('83-'97) Time for a new clutch 96 2.3

[justinae]

Yep, I have a Luk flywheel on me I got in case it was bad. Happy to put the $50 into the clutch job but for my own knowledge I'm curious if the flywheel looks usable.

 

[alwaysFlOoReD]

I don't have a lot of experience, but if I was hard up for money I'd use a DA sander and rough up the surface for a new clutch. Even hand sanding if necessary.
I do that a lot on rotors for my beaters.

 

[justinae]

Does this photo tell me i have a leaking rear main seal? the clutch was completely dry.

 

[alwaysFlOoReD]

Does this photo tell me i have a leaking rear main seal? the clutch was completely dry.

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Probably. Not sure where else it can come from.

 

[justinae]

well, the clutch is bone dry and the bell housing doesn't show signs of leakage, though there is a little grim built up (pic 2). maybe some seeping? I do have an oil leak somewhere as the oil pan shows a lot of signs.

i'm leaning toward not replacing the rear main seal.

 

[alwaysFlOoReD]

I'm inclined to leave it alone. I once replaced a seeping rear main seal because I already had the motor out. Dam if it didn't leak worse after...

 

[justinae]

why did a new seal leak?

 

[justinae]

I decided to replace it. Is Victor Reinz any good? Might not be able to get my hands on a Ford OEM today.