| Subject: | Can Permatex React with ATF? |
| From: | Peter T. Owsianowski <pnoceanwesty@GMAIL.COM> |
| Date: | Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:09:41 -0400 |
I used some Permatex to hold the transmission pan gasket in place before
torquing down to Bentley spec. Now, a leak seems to have developed on the
forward driver's side corner of the pan. Could the permatex react with the
ATF to cause the leak, or did I just not get the seal in place? I have some
pics, post after work today - it seems the gasket gets a little thinner
towards the corner. Either that, or the oil cooler O rings are leaking,
it's in that area - on that side. I have another gasket, so might drop the
pan and try a reseal. 1st time had the transaxle on the engine stand.
Also, only leaks aggressively under load. When parked after a drive, the
drip slows and pretty much stops.
Any thoughts appreciated.
Pete
'79 Westy "Aardvark"
'87 Westy "JoesVan"
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