Re: Automatic tranny in a '85 Pickup
Rastamon wrote:
> "Psychiatris" <Psychiatrist@whatswrong.com> wrote in message
> news:hficre$eog$1@aioe.org...
>> Hi all,
>>
>> Bought my grandpa's '85 Toy pickup as I needed a vehicle quickly. 309,000
>> miles on it and the tranny leaks. Couldn't find where it was leaking, but
>> an EZ Lube tech said it was leaking bad via the output shaft and wouldn't
>> do a transmission flush.
>>
>> The info I need is, I suppose, a part number? Is it a seal, or a gasket? I
>> can't afford the labor so I need to do it myself.
>>
>> I appreciate any help. It's the SR5 1/2 ton pickup with EFI, 4 cylinder.
>>
>> Patrick
>
> Try Rock Auto or Napa, they should be able to look it up for you. Last
> resort is the dealer. Bring your VIN number just in case there was
> production change.
>
> It's probably a seal if it's leaking from the shaft. Gaskets are mainly for
> matings and cover plates. Also check the transmission cooler lines at the
> front that connect to the radiator, those are notorious for leaking, and
> need to be replaced every so often.
>
> BTW does the Overdrive still work? Has the timing chain been replaced?
>
>
The Overdrive still works. Occasionally, it sticks in 3rd and won't
upshift, but most of the time it's fine. I went to Partstrain.com and
figured it was the seal.
Thanks for the pointer on checking the cooler lines. I'll take a look at
it this weekend as I have the time. As for the timing chain, you mean
the one on the engine, correct?
Patrick
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