[DML] Re: Manual Transmission Leaking

["cruznmd" <racuti1@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Before blaming the transmission, make sure it's not an oil leak 
that's running down the transmission before falling to the ground.

You may consider shining a light around the forward and bottom parts 
of the engine to check. Also, you might try going underneath, wiping 
everything clean then taking the car out for a drive. When you 
return, back it up onto a set of ramps right away and go underneath 
for a look. Depending on how fast the leak is, you should be able to 
find the source. Check the two axle points at the differential 
section of the transmission. Sometimes those seals leak.

Lastly, examine the fluid dripping off. Is hot, burnt or thin like 
used motor oil? Is the oil pan black and gooey? Is the bellhousing at 
the engine/transmission mating point wet and dripping? Could be a 
rear main seal.

If it is indeed the transmission, the halves are sealed without a 
gasket using an "anaerobic" sealant. (Cures without air) I'm not sure 
where to get it but the vendors can help you out.

Good luck,

Rich A.
#5335

--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Adam Lee" <delorean852003@xxxx> 
wrote:
> Hello All!
> 
> I drove my DeLorean about 100 miles yesterday for the first time. I 
> got the car about a month ago and it had no leaks form the engine 
or 
> the transmission. Today I looked under the car and there were drops 
> of transmission fluid like an outline of the trasmission on the 
> driveway. I am assuming that I needs new seals . Does anyone know 
or 
> have had experience doing this. I am guessing that the rear facia 
> needs to be removed and engine and transmission pulled. Any help or 
> tips? Should I try this or leave it to professionals? Any 
> Professionals interested or ones you would recommend? Please help. 
> Any input is helpful.
> 
> Adam Lee
> VIN #1913




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