I am changing the rear main seal on my 312. When I removed the oil pan I found that the pick up screen has been removed. I know I should get one, I guess I am just looking for a second opinion. Would anyone else put it back together without it?
I have the rear main seal replaced, I followed Ted’s instructions the best I could. I was surprised how easy the old one pulled out. The new one went in fairly easy once I had someone turn the engine slowly.
I am keeping my fingers crossed that it will at least be better than it was as far as the leaking.