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RPYRAZOO
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JUL 19, 03:33 PM
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'87 GT auto. I have to have my tranny seal replaced and am wondering if all I'll need for the job is the seal and replacement axle nut. Don't like surprises and would prefer to have all the parts on hand rather than tie the car up any longer than necessary. Where I come from Summer driving season is too short as it is.
Thanks again for your knowledgeable advice.
R
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Gall757
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JUL 20, 09:09 AM
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Output shaft seals? The bearings are often worn and need replacement.
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RPYRAZOO
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JUL 21, 08:02 AM
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Ahhh! So much for being pro-active.
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Gall757
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JUL 21, 09:47 AM
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Grab the axle close to the trans. and push-pull to check how much play there is. A little bit is expected...maybe .050" or so. More than that means you have sloppy bearings. Replacing the seals will not fix the leaking if the bearings are bad.
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OldsFiero
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JUL 22, 07:42 AM
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Which side is leaking? The right side is the most common one. If that's the case, the bushing in the case that supports the differential carrier is likely worn. There is an aftermarket support bearing and seal kit that installs in place of the seal that has it's own needle bearing in it.
Marc
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RPYRAZOO
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JUL 23, 02:58 PM
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Marc : It is the right side. Where can I get one of those units you posted about, might as well have all the parts bases covered prior to disassemble. One more thing ; what size, brand and how many bearings will I need? Is this a "major" project or equate to a simple axel replacement?
Thanks for the help,
R------------------
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OldsFiero
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JUL 24, 07:36 AM
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I still have one on the shelf. 15.00 + whatever a small flat rate box costs. Almost as easy to install as just replacing the axle seal. Remove the axle, remove the seal, install the new integrated seal/bearing assembly where you removed the old seal, and install the hardened race on the axle shaft with the included loctite. It has complete instructions included. It is new but so old that the instructions are only in one language! Hope you don't need an interpreter.
Marc
PS. They can also be found on ebay.
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RPYRAZOO
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JUL 24, 07:56 AM
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Marc: I'm just a good 'ol boy from the north and yankee is all I understand. Please e-mail all I need to know to purchase the part, rather buy from a member than any other source.
rpyrazoo@aol.com
Thanks,
R
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OldsFiero
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JUL 24, 08:06 AM
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Sounds like language won't be a problem. I'm in northern Appalachia, so we just talk with more of a hillbilly drawl. When the Post Office opens, I'll walk across the street and see what the postage is.
I will email you later.
Marc
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RPYRAZOO
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JUL 25, 03:22 PM
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You have a post office? We've been using pigeons for years.
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