Re: Tranny filler plug frozen

["jtrealtywebspannet" <jtrealty@xxxx>]

I could agree with you in not having to change the trans oil but there 
are still some things short of changing it that could be done. Remove 
the level plug and verify the correct level. Remove the drain plug and 
install a magnetic if not already done. Drain some of the fluid out 
and inspect for bronze dust, water, and metal chips. Feel the oil with 
your fingers for grit and viscocity. If it is clean put it back in or 
top off with a little fresh oil (A little fresh oil shouldn't affect 
the seals). On the manual trans the oil not only is for the 
transmission but also the final drive. Inspect the exterior of the 
trans and final drive for any evidence of leakage by the seals or 
gaskets, a little seems to be normal on most Deloreans, especially 
where the case splits.
David Teitelbaum
vin 10757


--- In dmcnews@xxxx, "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx> wrote:
> I don't recommend changing the manual transmission oil unless you 
are
> prepared to change several oil seals and gaskets (requires trans. 
removal
> and disassembly). Like the clutch cylinder seals, replacing old 
fluid with