The feed pipe (where you put the transmission fluid in) threads into the side of the transmission's oil pan. The leak is in the pipe itself, on the top, about six inches from where it threads in. It drips constantly. Is there some kind of gunk that will stop it? Otherwise, I've thought of wrapping some light metal (tin can) around it and securing it with radiator clamps. Any suggestions?
2007-12-10 11:00:57 · 7 answers · asked by beingagood1 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If you want a cheap fix, use rubber hose and hose clamps. Get hose that fits snug around the feed pipe and cut it just outside of the crack and tighten hose clamps around it. This should hold up pretty well. I've done this to medium pressure water lines and it's worked.
2007-12-10 11:08:41 · answer #1 · answered by Ralphie 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
For a cheap fix, clean the pipe and slide a hose over the top down to where the crack is.
Put a couple hose clamps on it and it will stop your leak.
2007-12-10 11:20:05 · answer #2 · answered by Bert from Brandon 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If the leak is in the fill pipe it should only leak when you fill it unless the trans is way overfilled with fluid.Fluid should not be in that pipe other then when filling when the trans is filled to the proper level.Probably the only way to fix it properly is to change the fill tube.
2007-12-10 11:10:05 · answer #3 · answered by steve41 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you get the area good and clean, JB Weld or something similar should seal it up. Give plenty of time to cure before putting it back in service.
2007-12-10 11:09:43 · answer #4 · answered by tysdad62271 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think you should replace it for the best performance better than something else going wrong from a quick fix
2007-12-10 11:12:39 · answer #5 · answered by datsleather 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
should be able to find some sort of heat activated bandage, simalar to short term exhaust repairs, but just find a local workshop, and get it welded, sealed up, even just replace it, wouldnt be that hard, as long as you can source a good spare, check local wrecking yards...
2007-12-10 11:05:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
howabout, replace it with a new one? its alot cheaper than a new trans!
personally, I wouldnt "band-aid" fix this one
2007-12-10 11:04:52 · answer #7 · answered by Corey B 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋