cost to replace pulley oil seal?

[twin plugged targa]

Hi Guys, I am about to be reunited with the targa after nearly 3 yrs absence

I have been told the puddle of oil which is appearing under the car is largely due to a 'pully seal' leaking and needing replacing?
- Does this sound possible?
- Any ideas on time for labour to replace?
- how much dismantling necc. to accomplish this?

I would attack this myself but I am 'chomping' to get back in the saddle and drive the hell out of her! and would rather pay and have it done quickly and a right 1st time!
She is in need of some TLC after being in storage fr so long (am sure she is feeling unloved!!!)

Thanks for any help

Rgds Ben

[DavidI]

Ben, the job will take you about 2 hours time and $9.75 Pulley Seal. It requires a partial engine drop which is not hard at all.

I don't know how much a shop would cost for labor, but if you do it yourself we can walk you through it.

Good luck, David

[twin plugged targa]

Wow- thanks David
I was expecting a full engine drop!
I currently have a basic tool bag! but fully intend to buy a decent tool kit when I am reunited with the targa- If it really is that simple, I will attempt it myself. The guys here really helped me out 3-4 years ago with my '86ragtop' really saved my sanity and budget!.

I will try and get the seal before I head back to Europe and post again when I am ready for the surgery!
Kind regards
Ben

[ChrisBennet]

I think that is almost as likely to be a leak around #8 bearing as the pulley seal itself.
-Chris

[twin plugged targa]

Do I need any of those special tools for the job?
rgds Ben

[DavidI]

Ben, it is the exact same procedure. I had a leak at the number 8 nose bearing and used a product called "Dow Corning 730" to seal it. It worked like a charm. Search the archives under "DavidI" and "Nose Bearing Leak" and you should see my write up.

Let us know, David