7 replies to this topic

[theoldmini]

Have changed timing cover gasket but still got a leak at that end of the engine.  Any thoughts as to where might be from as loosing patience.  Not a confident spanner man self taught and Haynes manual.  All help appreciated.  Thanks 

[pete l]

Half moon seal behind the timing chain plate, between engine and gearbox.

[Stevie W]

Could also be the crankshaft pulley seal. If the timing chain case isn't centered before tightening the bolts, the seal can still leak even if brand new.

 

Cheers, Steve.

[nicklouse]

Stop guessing and get some UV leak tracer from Guessworks and then find where the leak is with a UV light.

 

but most likely the U seal.

[croc7]

Stop guessing and get some UV leak tracer from Guessworks and then find where the leak is with a UV light.

but most likely the U seal.

[croc7]

Have used the UV dye before with excellent results. Pinpoints the source of the leak.

[theoldmini]

Half moon seal?  Is that engine out job?

[steeley]

Engine out and split from gearbox, or fit one of these

http://www.minispare...|Back to search

It still may need engine taking out but not split from gearbox

Not sure how good they are, though they were fitted by rover under warrantee I think