Flywheel inspection plate missing

[blissbomber]

I am currently in Baja and while I was under the car tightening header bolts in hopes to fix a current exhaust leak I noticed the flywheel inspection plate was missing. I read that it neither seals nor holds oil. Is it safe to drive home with it off until I get the part in the states or should I attempt to get one fabricated here? Thanks any opinions or suggestions are appreciated!

 

[cruisermatt]

How much water do you plan on crossing?

 

[SteveH]

It's just a dust cover - make one out of an unrolled beer can, punch holes, bolt on - and drive home. Fix correctly later.

 

[blissbomber]

How much water do you plan on crossing?

Hopefully none! I'm guessing that could be an issue?

 

[blissbomber]

It's just a dust cover - make one out of an unrolled beer can, punch holes, bolt on - and drive home. Fix correctly later.

great idea! Now should I use a tecate can or a Fresca can? A Coca Cola one might actually look good

 

[cruisermatt]

Hopefully none! I'm guessing that could be an issue?

That and mud or maybe some ground debris like pebbles or stones would be the only issue... probably a good idea to cover it up as suggested.