I needed to remove my rear main seal since my engine was out of the car

And I forgot which kind I had in the engine.

I presumed it was a rope seal and a long time friend, Tom McCartney, let me borrow this tool he made years ago as a mechanic and owner of several yblock cars.

I didn't need it because I had a urethane seal and it was easy to remove and reinstall a new one.

But just in case anyone wants to use a rope seal here is a a pic of what he used to help guide in the new rope seal. Pretty good idea - If you have to remove and install all the time. Of course you might not have an extra rear main retainer to saw in half OR might not want to at todays prices and availability.

the screw was used as the extractor another essential. Just thought you might like to see what others have done.

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