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1984 Chevy Suburban

Tiny
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Engine Mechanical problem
1984 Chevy Suburban V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic? Miles

Concerning 2 piece rear oil seal from Fel-Pro;Their instructions say to install the seal ends on a 3/8" offset to horizontal.I have never done it this way. What do you advise?
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 AT 12:00 PM

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Tiny
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You cn do it that way. It is done that way so the seal doesn't line up with the slit line of the main cap to prevent leaks. Or if you line it up with the cap then put a dab of silicone sealer, not big and put cap on.
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