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any tricks to replace trans rear seal?

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Old Jul 17, 2011 | 08:59 PM
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any tricks to replace trans rear seal?

I got me a leaky rear transmission seal. any thing tricky about it? That 80w oil sure is stinky when it burns s SC
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Old Jul 17, 2011 | 09:04 PM
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-remove the exhaust center section or main converter and pipe.
-then remove the underbody heatshield
-remove the driveshaft
-using a seal puller, remove the seal from the trans.
-clean the seal mating surface on the tailshaft
-lube the new seal's outer metal ring with a small amount of trans oil or grease
-using a seal driver or large enough socket or other trusted tool or device, drive the new seal into the tailshaft
-reinstall the driveshaft, heatshield, exhaust, and install new exhaust gaskets.
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Old Jul 18, 2011 | 04:42 PM
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Thanks I was wondering (or hoping i did not have to )to pull that heat shield. I guess I do SC
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Old Jul 18, 2011 | 05:53 PM
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also drain the oil from the tranny before you remove the drive shaft.
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