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RedBed 07-03-2024 06:07 PM

never ending leak - transmission
 
Where the transmission meets the driveshaft I have a leak that will not be fixed. Had the seal replaced twice. No luck.

And it doesn't leak constantly. It will be fine for a while, then I will come out one day and there will be a 16oz puddle under it.

I do not drive it often which makes it weirder.

Getter-Done 07-03-2024 06:24 PM

Re: never ending leak - transmission
 
The driveshaft yoke and rear bushing are probably worn cause your leak.

Is this a 4L60 transmission in your signature?

RedBed 07-03-2024 07:09 PM

Re: never ending leak - transmission
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Getter-Done (Post 9324383)
...Is this a 4L60 transmission in your signature?

It is.

400/400 07-03-2024 10:35 PM

Re: never ending leak - transmission
 
Certainly sounds like a tail shaft bushing. Also check that the u-joints are in good shape.

Dead Parrot 07-04-2024 05:57 AM

Re: never ending leak - transmission
 
Not sure about the 4L60 but my TH350 had a similar problem. After replacing the tail shaft seal did nothing to fix the leak, further investigation revealed that there is an inner rear seal that also needs replacing. After having that replaced, no more leak.

Axle 07-06-2024 10:18 AM

Re: never ending leak - transmission
 
Had the tailshaft off the trans? Theres a cup and oring to help keep oil from getting out the tailshaft yoke vent hole. Mine is plugged with rtv to stop the drip.

RedBed 07-06-2024 05:32 PM

Re: never ending leak - transmission
 
Thank you for all the replies!


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