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tony
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 Posted - 03 Oct 2009 : 5:24:32 PM
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i dont like the sound of this
i have to replace my extension housing seal
i did some searching and apparently i have to take out my whole drive train to get the old gasket out and the new one in without scrathing it.
i also need to replace my tran pan gasket
would this be better to do both in one hit???
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Take it sideways or take it home ;) |
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nodg
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Posted - 04 Oct 2009 : 01:37:54 AM
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Exxtension housing isnt that had to do a all, the tailshat needs to be removed which involves taking the tailshafts differential bolts t and the 2 bolts supporting the centre bearing......
Pan gasket isnt hard either but a few tips will keep you out of trouble and keep oil ot of your face while under the car lol... undo all the bolts to the pan but leave 2 diagonal from each other so the pan just doesnt simply fall onto you (thers 5 litres of oil to be spilt)! ok now theres only 2 bolts left hold pressure onto the pan and have a mate undo the last 2, GENTLY!! pry/pull/wigglee pan so it dislodges and you can then take it off the bottom of the transmission and slide it out from under the car... now empty the oil and inspect and black soot of build up, if there is thats an indication to how worn your clutch packs/bands are... now when doing up the pan gaket bolts again do it in an even sequence and only nip them up until the gasket starts to squash, overtightening these bolts are a bad idea !!!
Anymore info needed give us a pm! have fun dude |
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tony
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Posted - 04 Oct 2009 : 10:52:15 PM
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thanks for the detailed break down i swear im paying for the way i drive my car lol
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nodg
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Posted - 05 Oct 2009 : 6:54:42 PM
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| Trust me that wasnt in detail! i was in a rush like always lol... look in the how to section of this site for a detailed rundown of how its all done! |
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nodg
National Driver
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Posted - 05 Oct 2009 : 8:21:14 PM
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How to do pan gasket (pretty much a service)
AUTOMATICS-
1.look at the auto pan and get a drip tray which is larger than the auto's pan.
2.remove the dipstick under the hood to allow the oil to enter the pan quicker.
3.remove all the bolts holding the pan on remebering to leave 2 bolts on each corner of the pan so it doesnt bend and tip fluid on you whilst your removing the bolts.
4.with the pan under the car and you out of the way carefully undo the remaining 2/4 bolts whilst putting preasure on the pan with your hand.
5.carefully lower the pan and disguard the fluid. if your new to working under a car then id bet youd spill some fluid but not to worry at least the old stuff is gone!
6. once the dripping has stopped, look up and youll see a rectangular piece of metal with 'jackets', this is the valve body, you will also see the filter which easily pulls off.
7.If the filter isnt that dirty, clean it, otherwise replace it.
8.clean all the gunk you can get to with a rag and pipe cleaners.
9.replace filter
10.inspect the pan gasket, it should be replaced but if it seems to be ok then smear some gasket goo on both sides and align the gasket with the holes on the pan.
11.bolt up the pan EVENLY, but take a pen with you because the chances are the gasket has moved and youll need to realign it with the pen.
12.It is very important to not overtighten the bolts otherwise the cork gasket will crack. Do them up until the gasket starts to squish.
13.add .5 litre of oil under the hood through the dipsticktube, dont fill it too fast.
14.start your car and add another 3 litres of oil.
15.sit in the cab and with your foot on the brake go through all the gears to distribute the oil.
16.with the motor running, at operating temperature and in park or nuetral on flat ground, check the level with a rag 2 or 3 times and fill as nesessary. note that the marker on the dipstick has a 'addoil' level, the distance between the bottom of the fill line and the top of the fill line is 1 litre, this goes for motor oil as well.
17.Check for leaks and test drive your car.
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nodg
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Posted - 05 Oct 2009 : 8:39:14 PM
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Extension housing seal-
You will need the special pulling tool for this, ask repco, supercheap etc and they SHOULD know what your on abdout :) Take the tailshaft out and go for it its not a difficult job just dont have the car leaning back or you will have a face full of oil! also take your time and dont scratch the inside of the housing! |
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tony
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Posted - 05 Oct 2009 : 8:44:50 PM
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thanks mate ill let u kno how i go with it
i think everythings covered now
ill try not to get to messy in the process hahaha |
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lovevncomms
Fully Licenced
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Posted - 05 Oct 2009 : 8:46:13 PM
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| dosn't matter what ya do on a car mate ya always get messy thats the best part of it XD |
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nodg
National Driver
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Posted - 05 Oct 2009 : 8:51:53 PM
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| especially if its a vn but god damn i love em |
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