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jerrytocci · 08-01-2021, 09:19 AM

My transmission drips a couple tablespoons after a drive and seems to be coming from the "keeper/clip" in the back of transmission . Is there a way to stop the leaking??

Will N · 08-01-2021, 09:26 AM

Are you sure it isn't engine oil from the rear main running down and dripping off the transmission?

Y-Blockhead · 08-01-2021, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by jerrytocci

My transmission drips a couple tablespoons after a drive and seems to be coming from the "keeper/clip" in the back of transmission . Is there a way to stop the leaking??

Not sure what you mean by "keeper/clip"? Do you mean the bolt and plate for the reverse idler and cluster shafts? If so the vendors sell a "seal" kit for them.

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/P...earchByKeyword

It works well, so well that mine has no oil on it and is rusting...

jerrytocci · 08-01-2021, 09:40 AM

Thanks . That is the area and I will buy one of those

duke36 · 08-01-2021, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by jerrytocci

Thanks . That is the area and I will buy one of those

Helps to drain the lube, then pack mating surfaces and bolt with "right stuff"
sealant.

Mulletwagon · 08-01-2021, 12:09 PM

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If ever rebuilding the trans might consider the O Ring style cluster and reverse gear shafts. Works well !

w.michael · 08-01-2021, 02:01 PM

Check to make sure the vent hole in the back of the shift tower is open, so that no pressure builds up in the transmission as it heats up.

W. Michael

jerrytocci · 08-01-2021, 04:52 PM

Thanks to all replies

CWPASADENA · 08-01-2021, 11:08 PM

Do you mean the bolt and plate for the reverse idler and cluster shafts? If so the vendors sell a "seal" kit for them.

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/P...SION-SEAL-KIT?

Works great.

Chris W.

08-01-2021, 09:19 AM	#1
jerrytocci Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Posts: 235	Trans fluid on driveway My transmission drips a couple tablespoons after a drive and seems to be coming from the "keeper/clip" in the back of transmission . Is there a way to stop the leaking??

08-01-2021, 09:26 AM	#2
Will N Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,101	Re: Trans fluid on driveway Are you sure it isn't engine oil from the rear main running down and dripping off the transmission?

08-01-2021, 09:40 AM	#4
jerrytocci Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Posts: 235	Re: Trans fluid on driveway Thanks . That is the area and I will buy one of those

08-01-2021, 12:09 PM	#6
Mulletwagon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Florida Panhandle Posts: 585	Re: Trans fluid on driveway Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) If ever rebuilding the trans might consider the O Ring style cluster and reverse gear shafts. Works well !

08-01-2021, 02:01 PM	#7
w.michael Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: North Carolina Posts: 418	Re: Trans fluid on driveway Check to make sure the vent hole in the back of the shift tower is open, so that no pressure builds up in the transmission as it heats up. W. Michael

08-01-2021, 04:52 PM	#8
jerrytocci Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Posts: 235	Re: Trans fluid on driveway Thanks to all replies

08-01-2021, 11:08 PM	#9
CWPASADENA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: PASADENA, CA Posts: 1,882	Re: Trans fluid on driveway Do you mean the bolt and plate for the reverse idler and cluster shafts? If so the vendors sell a "seal" kit for them. https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/P...SION-SEAL-KIT? Works great. Chris W.