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thstone · 11-20-2018, 04:34 PM

How bad is the rear main seal leak? If its just a seep (oil on the bottom of the engine but no drops) or only a couple of drips now and then, then you can probably live with it for quite a while. If its leaving drops on a daily basis, then it should be repaired. Dropping the transmission, replacing the RMS, and re-installing the trans should run around $1200-$1500 at an independent mechanic.

Same for the transmission pan leak. But this one is fairly easy to replace so your mechanic should be able to do it for much cheaper.

Its important to replace the CV joint boot if its torn or leaking. Your mechanic should be able to do that for much less than the dealer.

11-20-2018, 04:34 PM	#6
thstone Certified Boxster Addict Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 7,669	How bad is the rear main seal leak? If its just a seep (oil on the bottom of the engine but no drops) or only a couple of drips now and then, then you can probably live with it for quite a while. If its leaving drops on a daily basis, then it should be repaired. Dropping the transmission, replacing the RMS, and re-installing the trans should run around $1200-$1500 at an independent mechanic. Same for the transmission pan leak. But this one is fairly easy to replace so your mechanic should be able to do it for much cheaper. Its important to replace the CV joint boot if its torn or leaking. Your mechanic should be able to do that for much less than the dealer. __________________ 1999 996 C2 - sold - bought back - sold for more 1997 Spec Boxster BSR #254 1979 911 SC POC Licensed DE/TT Instructor