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russcc · 11-08-2018, 07:39 PM

Suggestions for best mfg., and source to the rear main seal for a 59L. Thank you Fordbarners.

Angledrive · 11-08-2018, 08:21 PM

VanPelt Sales

FortyNiner · 11-08-2018, 09:14 PM

I let the machine shop install the rear rope seal on my 59AB. For the front seal, I used the one piece version from Speedway. Saved all the problems of a hack mechanic trying to put a rope style in place.

https://www.speedwaymotors.com/shop/...-2-1-127-30782

Mac VP · 11-09-2018, 05:12 AM

We sell the front seal kit (one piece seal and matching smooth sleeve). The rear seal will have to be the factory type rope seals. These ropes are retained by the two pot metal half round pieces, which we also have in stock. There is no way to put a one piece rear crank seal on a flathead V8 engine.

russcc · 11-09-2018, 12:41 PM

Thank you. That's what I was looking for. I have the case, just need the rope seal. The one they used in Vern Tardel's book came with a gauge & cutter to trim it to the correct length

JM 35 Sedan · 11-09-2018, 02:36 PM

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I like the rear seal material that comes in a Best Engine Gasket Set. I don't know if they can be purchased separately. I bought my last two complete engine gasket sets from Michael Driskell, Third Generation Automotive, in Tennessee. Good folks to deal with.

flatjack9 · 11-09-2018, 03:40 PM

They can be bought separately from Van Pelt and come with the gauge and cutter.

Ronnieroadster · 11-09-2018, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by JM 35 Sedan

I like the rear seal material that comes in a Best Engine Gasket Set. I don't know if they can be purchased separately. I bought my last two complete engine gasket sets from Michael Driskell, Third Generation Automotive, in Tennessee. Good folks to deal with.

They can be also purchased from Gotham Auto Parts James formally of Joblot Automotive's new company 718-878-3699 [email protected]

russcc · 11-11-2018, 07:04 AM

Thank you all. Right on target.

11-08-2018, 07:39 PM	#1
russcc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,871	Best source for 59L rear main seal Suggestions for best mfg., and source to the rear main seal for a 59L. Thank you Fordbarners.

11-08-2018, 08:21 PM	#2
Angledrive Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lakeland Florida Posts: 309	Re: Best source for 59L rear main seal VanPelt Sales

11-08-2018, 09:14 PM	#3
FortyNiner Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: u-rah-rah-Wisconsin Posts: 1,244	Re: Best source for 59L rear main seal I let the machine shop install the rear rope seal on my 59AB. For the front seal, I used the one piece version from Speedway. Saved all the problems of a hack mechanic trying to put a rope style in place. https://www.speedwaymotors.com/shop/...-2-1-127-30782 __________________ 19 and 49 F1 - jes' like Henry II built 1946 Deluxe - as Henry built it

11-09-2018, 05:12 AM	#4
Mac VP Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,430	Re: Best source for 59L rear main seal We sell the front seal kit (one piece seal and matching smooth sleeve). The rear seal will have to be the factory type rope seals. These ropes are retained by the two pot metal half round pieces, which we also have in stock. There is no way to put a one piece rear crank seal on a flathead V8 engine. __________________ VANPELT SALES LLC Cincinnati, Ohio Office: 513-724-9486 www.vanpeltsales.com www.classictransmission.com

11-09-2018, 12:41 PM	#5
russcc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,871	Re: Best source for 59L rear main seal Thank you. That's what I was looking for. I have the case, just need the rope seal. The one they used in Vern Tardel's book came with a gauge & cutter to trim it to the correct length

11-09-2018, 02:36 PM	#6
JM 35 Sedan Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Near Rising Sun, Maryland Posts: 10,876	Re: Best source for 59L rear main seal Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I like the rear seal material that comes in a Best Engine Gasket Set. I don't know if they can be purchased separately. I bought my last two complete engine gasket sets from Michael Driskell, Third Generation Automotive, in Tennessee. Good folks to deal with. __________________ *John* *"Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than one with all the facts". Albert Einstein*

11-09-2018, 03:40 PM	#7
flatjack9 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oshkosh, Wi Posts: 4,600	Re: Best source for 59L rear main seal They can be bought separately from Van Pelt and come with the gauge and cutter.

11-11-2018, 07:04 AM	#9
russcc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,871	Re: Best source for 59L rear main seal Thank you all. Right on target.