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Rear main seal Leak fix with.....

Solving a rear main seal leak can be a frustrating and complicated experience.  Many times the mechanics’ quotes for getting a rear main seal fixed are so high that it seems a better option to drive the vehicle and just add oil regularly to keep your car running.  Driving a vehicle with an oil leak might not seem like it’s that bad of an idea, but it may have some unintended consequences.  While you are driving the leaking oil will be getting spread all over the bottom of your vehicle.  This includes your suspension components, exhaust pipe and any hoses or wires under your vehicle.  Spreading oil over your hot exhaust pipe is most importantly a fire hazard, but also can lead to unpleasant smells and smoke.  Also spraying oil on wires and electrical connections can lead to corrosion of the wire casing and cause a bad single at the connector.  Lastly, as the oil covers the underside of your vehicle it will allow road dust and grime to stick to...