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Posted by: bretto
« on: November 25, 2015, 10:46:40 PM »

http://www.thecj2apage.com/forums/transmission-leaking-oil-from-the-bellhousing_topic33907.html?KW=Bearing
Here is another post.....since I took the bearing back out and put the inside seal back in so both sides of the bearing are sealed.
http://www.cj3apage.com/cgi-bin/3Ayabb26/YaBB.pl?num=1352339956/0
Posted by: bretto
« on: November 25, 2015, 10:31:56 PM »

You can always get a sealed front T90 bearing ;)
Posted by: Tumbleweed
« on: November 25, 2015, 10:53:45 AM »

Hello my fellow transmission/transfer case brethren. Just to give you an update from my attempts to fix Drippy, I mean Smokey!

Well, I have put about 150 miles on the seal repairs and I noticed that I have a leak from the bell housing (again) about the size of a quarter. It is mineral oil so I know where it is coming from. It really pains me since I put so much effort into sealing and being really careful on the assembly. I am thinking that the felt seal is the problem but until I get a big pool under the Jeep I will live with the quarter size spot. I am going to really research the front bearing cover and seal options on my wagon transmission repair. No leaks from the front or rear yokes or the shift rails. If you look back on this post you will see where I put double seals on the shift rails. I did not include the pictures of the double seals for the yokes but I will make a posting of this on my next repair. I'm sure that most folks just use 1 seal and never have a problem but I'm not taking any chances. I don't want to be under the Jeep at 8:00 at the TDR refilling the cases! I'd rather be drinking a good cold beer with the rest of the group! 
Posted by: RICKG
« on: November 02, 2015, 10:19:37 AM »

George, Thx for the review on the trans jack.               
Posted by: Tumbleweed
« on: November 02, 2015, 10:03:02 AM »

Tonight I will fill the transmission and transfer case with GL1. I will keep my fingers crossed regarding any drips.

On a side note, I purchased the scissor type trans. jack ($99.00 Harbor Freight) and although it does slide under the Jeep with the transmission or transfer case attached I did have to do some adjusting by hand and shimming to get it aligned enough to locate the bolt holes. Another problem is that the 1/2" ratchet screw to raise and lower was a real PIA when you have a load on the jack. This jack is rated for 400+ lbs and I can see where this would be a real problem to lift with that much weight. I believe that Tim purchased the hydraulic jack that has adjustments side to side and front to back. I may see if HF will take mine back, but if not I am okay with what I have. I did like that you can make fine adjustment up or down with the screw type once you are in close position for installation. The strap that comes with the jack is diificult to release once you have the tran/Xfer case in position as well.

I put the transmission in first and then the transfer case. Next time I will try it with both in place. My 53 wagon is next on the list!
Posted by: 64CJ5
« on: October 31, 2015, 11:28:21 PM »

All this good information from different locations.  It is better because I have met most every one commenting.
I know I will be under Eeyore as he is marking his territory.  This information will really help.  Thanks

Tom
Posted by: athawk11
« on: October 28, 2015, 11:52:56 AM »

I like it!

Tim
Posted by: Tumbleweed
« on: October 28, 2015, 11:48:55 AM »

Upon inspection of my shifter rails on the transfer case I noticed I was leaking out of the seals as well. I think that I may have damaged the lip during installation the first time, so I polished up the rails and put 2 seals in each rail. I will let you know how it works out. On 1 side the seal extends .030 and on the other it extends .040. I don't believe that they will pop out and I did put a little sealer on them as well.
Posted by: Tumbleweed
« on: October 28, 2015, 09:26:15 AM »

Hey Tim,

Regarding the transmission jack - did you get the adjustable model at Harbor Freight? This would be the side to side and front to back adjustment. I think it goes for $149.00.

Sine I have no friends to help with installation I'm a 1 man show as well.
Posted by: Tumbleweed
« on: October 26, 2015, 01:02:28 PM »

It certainly does and a lot of good information that would fill volumes in any repair manual. I just love the repair manuals - do the assembly in reverse order of disassembly!

Modern technology has solved that issue of working on your own vehicle. My wifes BMW doesn't even have a dip stick and there is only 6" of ground clearance. If I jack it up to change oil the alarm goes off - it thinks someone is steeling the tires!

Oh yea and I don't have a suction machine for the oil tube.

Thank goodness for old Jeeps...............even if they do leak!
Posted by: OkieFarmJeep
« on: October 23, 2015, 09:51:31 AM »

This thread is very informative- I have a little drip on my trans that someday I will take care of.  Seeing other peoples projects takes you way beyond the shop manual!   
Posted by: Oilleaker1
« on: October 23, 2015, 08:38:13 AM »

That little cap has very thin sidewalls. Before you go for the plug idea, check to be sure the selector rod won't hit the end of the threaded plug. I know M38's had the plugs, but they also had a removeable cane and may be different from a standard CJ shifter assembly. John
Posted by: 1oldracer
« on: October 21, 2015, 01:55:37 PM »

Great thread everyone.  I too am in the "fixing leak mode."  Ordered a tranny gasket set from Supplier K, waited a week, and it came in without the 5 washers for the allen screws.  Called them up and found out the washers were in the picture in the catalog BUT no longer in the set -@#@?  Called up Supplier W - yep, they are in the set.  Waited another week and the gaskets arrived with only 4 nylon washers.  So I am making the rounds of hardware stores looking for 1 tiny little washer.  Now I am also looking for the neat little caps for the shift rail holes.  Never considered tapping them for a pipe plug - thanks for the idea.
Posted by: athawk11
« on: October 21, 2015, 10:51:42 AM »

I like Hawk-o-matic...

...but I feel I must offer full disclosure.  I stole the idea from a guy at the G503. ::)

Tim
Posted by: Tumbleweed
« on: October 21, 2015, 10:34:07 AM »

Oilly, I think I'm going to go for the transmission jack that Tim mentioned. This was a real PIA to handle by myself. I will need it again for my wagon once I am done on the CJ.

I'll let you know how the hawk-o-matic works out. Now I just need a spring-o-matic - I can see where this is going to test my patience!