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jay67fast
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From: Boca Raton, Florida,U.S.A.
Registered: Nov 2004

posted 12-06-2005 11:01 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for jay67fast     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Ok, guys,
I need some help��I have a 67, stock 289, 4bbl A/C fastback. The car runs fine. It uses some oil, but, what the hell, it��s been 10 years since the engines been rebuilt. There��s no telling how many miles are on the rebuild ( the P.O. claims there has been only 3000 miles put on it in since the rebuild, and I tend to believe it, since it��s obvious the car was used sparingly over that time), or how good the rebuild was, because I didn��t buy it until 2004.
Here��s the thing. Since I bought it I have noticed an oil drip on the garage floor; Not a lot, about 2 drops a nite. I found it hard to believe that judging by the work done on the car, that the engine wasn��t done as well as the rest of the car, so I have to believe (though I have no proof) that the rear main seal was replaced during the rebuild. That being said, I have noticed that the more I use the car, the less it leaks, leading me to believe that the rear main seal is dry due to lack of use. For example, Sunday I took it to a local show and put about 75 miles on it, and today, after sitting in the garage since then, there is absolutely no evidence of a leak. The floor is bone dry and even the rear of the engine shows no fresh oil. Judging by the past, I can guarantee if I leave it sit for a couple of days, it will start to drip oil as before.
O.K. I know there are products out there that claim to soften old seals and gaskets. It seems to me I should try one before I tear into the rear seal replacement thing. Do any of you have any idea which additive will do the best job of softening the seal? If I��m going to try something, it might as well be the best! Any opinions?
Thanks for your help.
Jay67fast

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mustangboy
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From: Ont, Canada
Registered: Mar 2002

posted 12-06-2005 12:19 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for mustangboy     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Are you sure it's engine oil?I've seen automatic transmissions do that.When they sit for a few days some of the fluid drains out of torque convertor etc into the pan and may fill it past a point where it has a leak.As long as you drive it regularly it doesn't do this.

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jay67fast
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From: Boca Raton, Florida,U.S.A.
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posted 12-06-2005 02:32 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for jay67fast     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Mustangboy,
Thanks for the reply. That's an interesting thought, but it's definitely oil. But I'll keep your idea in mind, just in case. (hope I don't need to remember it).
Jay67fast

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63Kcode
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From: Anna Tx
Registered: Dec 2004

posted 12-06-2005 03:14 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for 63Kcode   Click Here to Email 63Kcode     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Sounds to me like it just wants to be driven.

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mustangs68
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From: Buckroe Beach Va MCA#39406 M&M #12 Member Mustang Club of Tidewater
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posted 12-06-2005 04:35 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for mustangs68   Click Here to Email mustangs68     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
In releationship to the motor where is the leak (front,middle,right,left,rear).

May help narrow down the leak.

Sam

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68 S-code GT
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From: Sayreville, NJ, US
Registered: Mar 2000

posted 12-06-2005 06:42 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for 68 S-code GT   Click Here to Email 68 S-code GT     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
quote:
Originally posted by 63Kcode:
Sounds to me like it just wants to be driven.


Sounds like it to me also!

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Scott H
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From: Chicago area
Registered: Mar 2005

posted 12-06-2005 07:26 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Scott H   Click Here to Email Scott H     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
If it only drips a couple drops after sitting for extended periods, I doubt it would be worth the bother and expense to attempt a repair.

Murphy's Law would suggest that by trying to fix it you will end up doing more harm than good.

Enjoy it, drive it more often, and don't worry about 2 drops of oil

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jay67fast
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From: Boca Raton, Florida,U.S.A.
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posted 12-06-2005 09:19 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for jay67fast     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Thanks to all of you for your responses.
Mustang68, The entire engine is dry as a bone except in the rear of the engine below and around the rear main seal. I'm pretty sure that's it.
The rest of you guys have taught me something--- I've been too tight a**ed about this,I think I should just chill out and enjoy the car. When (and if) the leak gets serious, then I'll worry about it.
Jay67fast

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mustangs68
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posted 12-06-2005 09:28 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for mustangs68   Click Here to Email mustangs68     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
yea that right,,loosen up

If the drip is staining the floor just get a small box and place some kitty litter in it
Sam

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