Flywheel/clutch problems

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Jan 7, 2014 | 11:53 AM

Eddillard79

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Flywheel/clutch problems

I have a 1985 F350 Dually rollback with a t19 trans. I just bought the truck so don't know to much. The problem I'm having is I've noticed oil leaking on/around my flywheel. It's looks like motor oil, but I don't notice my engine losing oil (but I've only had the truck for a week). I do need clutch work, and a throwout bearing (i hear banging/squeaking) Where might this be oil leak coming from? Any ideas would be great

Jan 7, 2014 | 12:33 PM

airsoft1779

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Might be from the rear oil seal on the engine. I had to replace that on mine because it was leaking from the same spot.

Jan 7, 2014 | 02:42 PM

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Might be from the rear oil seal on the engine. I had to replace that on mine because it was leaking from the same spot.

Thanks for the info. If I have someone replace my clutch & throwout bearing, is it much work to replace the seal?

Jan 7, 2014 | 04:57 PM

ArdWrknTrk

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Is your truck gas, or diesel?

It's not uncommon for 460 engines to leak at the oil pressure sender (directly above the bellhousing)

Poke around back there with a mirror and have a look.

Jan 7, 2014 | 05:06 PM

Eddillard79

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Originally Posted by ArdWrknTrk

Is your truck gas, or diesel?

It's not uncommon for 460 engines to leak at the oil pressure sender (directly above the bellhousing)

Poke around back there with a mirror and have a look.

It's a 7.5l gas. If it is leaking around the oil pressure sender, do I just replace that part?

Jan 7, 2014 | 05:09 PM

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You can try to tighten it, but I just replaced it.
It is in a tight spot between the EGR valve and the firewall.
Look for a little tin can with a wire on top.