Position of the crankshaft seal

[Figoulu]

Hi gents

I was working under my car and noticed that the crankshaft seal isn’t sitting flush with the crankcase. There’s no sign of an oil leak, and I can see some sealant around it. What’s your opinion on this? (Please, only from those who really know 😁)

[Figoulu]

Nobody to help me ? 😅

[yves]

Sorry Francois……! I can’t help you but am on the professional answer…soon?

[Figoulu]

Sorry Francois……! I can’t help you but am on the professional answer…soon?

In case you have some time to spare if you could just take a look at yours and possibly post it here, it would ba great 👍

[WRe]

Hi,
the sealing ring must sit flat on the engine block.  Yours has moved too far outwards . Perhaps the inner Borgmann ring has shifted outwards too.
Attached are two pictures from the German Pagoda Forum.
...WRe

[Figoulu]

Hi,
the sealing ring must sit flat on the engine block.  Yours has moved too far outwards . Perhaps the inner Borgmann ring has shifted outwards too.
Attached are two pictures from the German Pagoda Forum.
...WRe

thanks  !

I noticed in the first picture that the seal doesn't appear to be 100% flush, but the angle of the photo might be a bit misleading…

If that’s really the case, I suppose it could be easily repositioned? I don’t think the seal has moved since it was installed.

I've asked the mechanic who did the work and I'm waiting for his response, but I wanted to get your advices in the meantime.
Anybody else to complete ?

[WRe]

In my first picture, too much additional sealant was probably used.
The "collar"/edge should fit tightly, if there is one (different parts).

[su8pack1]

I just replaced mine last month.

[Figoulu]

I just replaced mine last month.

And how was the seal against the crankcase ? Flush or not ?

[Benz Dr.]

Seal should be fairly even with the crankcase. Crooked seals can leak.

[Figoulu]

My mechanic said that I need to push it further so that it sits flush with the crankcase.
That means removing the radiator, fan, and belts (alternator, water pump, power steering pump...), then proceeding to remove the damper.
I guess I’ll need to replace the carnkshaft screw when putting everything back together.

Well... I’m a bit tired and now I understand why I prefer doing things by myself. At least if I’m disappointed with my work, I still save money.

[su8pack1]

This was my original before removing.

[Figoulu]

Anybody to guide me to block the engine and remove the damper ?
Would you engage the gearbox ?
Would you put a rod thru the camshaft gear ?

[Benz Dr.]

I use an air impact gun. It should rip it out easily without turning the crankshaft. Then I use a 6 inch extension behind the front balance weight and use the extension to block any movement while I torque the screw down while installing. Be sure to use a bit of oil on the threads of the screw and also on the washers. Gives a much better torque down with lubrication.