Tools for Removing Front Crank Seal Race on Older Mercedes Engines

[@mannheim2go46]

thank you Kent for your advices

[@ioncamarena8630]

Just in time! I am so thankful! 🙏🏻

[@inovahightechltd]

Pretty slick device and much easier on your budget!

[@BraydenBarlow]

How do you do the rear main seal

[@nigeburgess5950]

Hi. Your videos are very informative and great for learning, thanks. I just watched an old one of yours on restoring dead AGM batteries. I have 2 deep cycle agm’s I want to try it on. Can I use a heavy duty car battery as the in-between or should it also be a deep cycle one? Thanks in advance.

[@Mercedessource]

Any GOOD 12V car battery will work.

[@quaggg]

Hi Kent. Are the two studs in the block used for the oil pan front seal bore alignment? I hope so because I didn't think about that when installing the oil pan. I installed a new race and seal when I rebuilt the engine, But the seal leaks. I wonder if the pan is aligned.

[@Mercedessource]

The most common reasons for a new seal leaking is during installation the spring on the back side of the seal pops off or the lip of the seal rolls over on the race.

[@romanjaspe4172]

thanks so much

[@VNAV_PTH]

So I guess the interference fit alone between the race and the shaft is enough to work as a seal between those parts? Anyways, it's a clever design to have that race there as a replaceable part instead of having to change the shaft if it gets worn down over time.

[@adamskikijowski9139]

Brilliant

[@hasanksa362]

Thanks

[@funtwns2_]

I have an OM617 and it almost started but I just can figure it out can you help please

[@Mercedessource]

There are MANY reasons why your diesel may not start. I have many resources on my website to teach you how to troubleshoot and repair the problem yourself. Begin by searching tech help - use the search box for your questions. mercedessource.com/problems/engine/diesel-engine-starting-problems-a-quick-reference-solutions-guide

[@zeuszahareus5060]

Cool

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[@matthewquinn4400]

Like a surgeon

[@greggschuder7478]

I smiled!

[@vintage76vipergreenBeetle]

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