Date: Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:50:49 +1000
Reply-To: Dave Yates <transparu@GMAIL.COM>
Sender: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From: Dave Yates <transparu@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: transmission/differential O ring seal
In-Reply-To: <D78D742B7F484DABABD111EE8789795E@troykv7nw3q4te>
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Hi Troy,
I guess that doesn't sound too bad then. The transmission gasket is
very straightforward. Be aware though that you have to drain all the
fluid for both this job AND the removal of the transmission. It would
be a pity to have to do it twice, especially with the cost of fluids
these days.
Is the transmission gasket leaking? If not, let sleeping dogs lie.
On the other hand, looking at the ATF filter inside the pan could be a
good idea. Cleaning it would be an even better one.
All the best Troy . . I guess I'm almost as far away from Alaska as
one could get. It's a part of the States I'd like to visit some time.
Dave
2008/8/27 Troy <colorworks@gci.net>:
> Thank you Dave. I was quoted 5 hrs + an additional hour for the transmission
> gasket (may do this myself), so sounds close. Here in Alaska, there are not
> many choices for Vanagon mechanics, and this guy has over 20 years
> experience.
>
> Thanks for the response.
>
> Troy
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dave Yates" <transparu@gmail.com>
> To: <colorworks@gci.net>
> Cc: <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 5:55 PM
> Subject: Re: transmission/differential O ring seal
>
>
>> I don't think it is something you can ignore. The problem is that the
>> ATF gets into the differential, diluting the oil and dropping its
>> lubrication qualities. I am aware of people scrubbing out their
>> differentials by ignoring it.
>>
>> It actually isn't all that much work to get the auto transmission out
>> and replace the things that need doing. Probably $20 of parts plus
>> new ATF. There are two paper gaskets, an o-ring and two oil seals
>> involved. In my van, I can do it without disconnecting anything at the
>> engine end and without undoing CV joints. It is a little awkward
>> getting the transmission up again on your own when on your back on the
>> floor, but a mechanic should have no trouble. In Australia (where I
>> am) a good VW person should be able to do it at a lesser cost that you
>> quote. I'd be surprised if it took a competent mechanic more than 4
>> hours max.
>>
>> I'd suggest getting another quote from a VW savvy mechanic, but I'm
>> not criticising your regular guy.
>> FWIW
>>
>> Dave
>> downunder
>>
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>> 2008/8/27 Troy <colorworks@gci.net>
>>>
>>> Just got word from my mechanic that the seal between the transmission and
>>> the differential is leaking. I'm told this is a $600 job, as the
>>> transmission needs to be pulled. Does this sound like a reasonable and
>>> customary charge for such a service? It's beyond my capabilities, so I'm at
>>> the mercy of this mechanic. The leak seems to be small, so I'm halfway
>>> tempted to leave it for awhile, perhaps just topping off the differential
>>> fluid as needed. I'm driving less than 4000 miles per year, and this is an
>>> expensive little repair that was unexpected to say the least. Vehicle is an
>>> 89, auto westy.
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>>
>>> Troy
>>
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