Automatic trans leak after removing engine

Pull that convertor and replace that $3.00 seal. When the convertor is off take a close look at the hub where the seal rides and where the front pump bushing rides as well. You DO NOT want any scratches/imperfections in those two areas. Drag yer fingernail across the whole hub surface if yer not sure from top to bottom. Respectfully submitted,

Loren Knighton Woodland, CA.

Under the hood since 1964 Member TRNI IATN

While you've got the engine out, go ahead and replace the front pump seal on that transmission. Yes, it's a *real* pain to do it after you get everything back together - and make sure you seat the torque converter all the way into the transmission after putting in the new seal - it'll take alot of the pressure off the seal.

Jeremy

Don't be like me (in 1990) - replace the front seal while it's an easy job. I wish I had. I poured quart after quart after quart of ATF into that transmission over the years to keep the fluid level up.

it has to get better eventually

Ya, I just replaced that seal on my truck a couple of months ago too, P.I.T.A...... it actually blew out while I was driving. I found out the hard way too, that the front cover plate IS the pump. Oh well, live and learn I guess.

i hope u didnt remove the eng with the converter bolted to the fly wheel if u did u may have damaged the front seal or the pump if so replace the seal in the tranny before u install the eng it will be alot easier now good luck