So I pick up my car from the paint shop today and the painter says I have a serious leak. I was like....hmm...thats news I will check it out when i get home. I prop the car up on stands and climb under to find that the tail section bolts are ALL loose. Any idea what could cause this?

The car is a 1963 nova with a 4l60e and an LS1. Previous owner might have left them loose is all I can think of.

Do I need a gasket between these two sections? Gasket maker? is there an o-ring in there? They were not coming apart but the bolts were very loose. any help/direction would be great! Thanks!!


Jamin

 

There is one tail shaft seal at the end and there isn't any gasket IIRC when I replaced mine.

 

thats what it sounds like is the gasket at the end of the tail shaft where the drive shaft goes in to the trans

 

There is a rubber seal between the case and the extension housing.

 

I stand corrected. There is a rubber seal or O ring between the tail shaft housing and tranny.

 

Do you think just tightening up the bolts will stop the leak? I did that and took it for a quick spin...I will check for leaks in the morning. Let me know what you guys think. I really appreciate the fast replies. Thanks again,

Jamin

 

There is a good chance that it will work. Let us know how it works out for you. Vince