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    Transmission leaking, found out why

    I'll sell you anything you need.
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    Transmission leaking, found out why

    A rear main oil leak can certainly wind up causing clutch problems if it gets bad enough, however it is far less likely to get on the clutch than the airborne vapor from the trans that was discussed earlier. The reason is oil leaking from the rear main will either run down the back of the...
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    Transmission leaking, found out why

    I respectfully disagree. The vent is needed, why? First, the shift lever boot if in good shape is sealed up pretty good, certainly beyond the point of a decent pressure relief point. That's good as you don't need oil fumes inside the cab with you. The top cover gasket used on the 3053 trans has...
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    Transmission leaking, found out why

    99% of the vents we see that are stuck; there is nothing at all wrong with the vent itself, but rather rust and or debris has gotten in preventing to cap from popping back. Replacing is fine, but most times a thorough cleaning will accomplish the same thing and saves the cost of replacement.
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    Transmission leaking, found out why

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    Transmission leaking, found out why

    Hi TIM, been awhile; always a pleasure to help; have a great one!!
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    Transmission leaking, found out why

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    Transmission leaking, found out why

    By all means check that vent; if it's plugged or clogged, pressure build up will cause leaking at the point of least resistance. However it is typical for PTO shifter shaft seals to leak. Quite honestly the seals used by the military are far from high quality. Instead of the double lip seals...
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