T56 tail shaft leaking what sealant
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T56 tail shaft leaking what sealant
My tail shaft is leaking where it glues together to the case. I assume to just use black rtv but I figured I'd ask. Also when I pull that off is anything gonna fall out that isn't obvious to put back.
#2
I used "great stuff" the black one when I rebuilt my trans, works well. You are talking about the whole tail shaft housing, not just the shafts seal, correct? In order to get the housing off you need to remove the shifter cup piece with a punch and I believe you need to remove the speed sensor on one side of the housing. I don't remember fully but I don't think anything will just "fall out" when you slide it off, I'm assuming you're doing it on the car so you don't have the option of keeping it upright.
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I used "great stuff" the black one when I rebuilt my trans, works well. You are talking about the whole tail shaft housing, not just the shafts seal, correct? In order to get the housing off you need to remove the shifter cup piece with a punch and I believe you need to remove the speed sensor on one side of the housing. I don't remember fully but I don't think anything will just "fall out" when you slide it off, I'm assuming you're doing it on the car so you don't have the option of keeping it upright.
#4
Yeah its "the right stuff" not great stuff lol my bad. I rebuilt my t56 about 3500 miles ago and it's sealed good still, just make sure you clean both surfaces good and let it "tack up" for a few minutes before putting it back together