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    Leaky cover on 555

    I have a leak on my 555 in the CSX, it appears to leaks at the end cover. I would guess it is not as easy as removing the end cover and reapply sealant. "Please shoot me now" if I have to remove 5th gear and bearing plates etc.
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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    is it just the stamped steel cover leaking?

    it should be that easy i thought.

    Brian

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    This one is easy, I have myself to blame, I rush things, don't pay attention to gauges when I should, change to much stuff at once then expect miracles, the list is endless.

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    Quote Originally Posted by Aries_Turbo View Post
    is it just the stamped steel cover leaking?

    it should be that easy i thought.

    Brian
    I was thinking... what is my risk here??? Take it off, Goop it up and if the leak stop great. If not plan B
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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    If it's from the end of the cover, then yes, it is just that easy. Frankly, the whole end of the trans is super easy IMO.

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    Problem is, when you pry loose the end cover, the other plate might be pry loose as well, then you might as well take 5th gear off and clean/apply RTV to everything.

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    Quote Originally Posted by tryingbe View Post
    Problem is, when you pry loose the end cover, the other plate might be pry loose as well, then you might as well take 5th gear off and clean/apply RTV to everything.
    That's true. There are screws that hold the other plats in place, but the ends can come free depending on how you try to get it off.

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    Quote Originally Posted by tryingbe View Post
    Problem is, when you pry loose the end cover, the other plate might be pry loose as well, then you might as well take 5th gear off and clean/apply RTV to everything.

    Ditto.

    My currently installed 568 has the ever so slightest seep between the bulkhead plate and case end... I dont even remember why I had to open it up but once you crack one sealing layer loose there are good odds the others will come loose as well.
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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    Quote Originally Posted by tryingbe View Post
    Problem is, when you pry loose the end cover, the other plate might be pry loose as well, then you might as well take 5th gear off and clean/apply RTV to everything.
    That is what I did not want to happen but I will give it a go. I am OK with a few hours but with a 31 year old car, a cranky/rusted part can easily change to a one or two day task.
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    '87 CSX #432 2.5 CB TII, SLH

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    The trans was hopefully filled with oil its whole life and the case is Al. You should be all set. The hardest part will be removing the snap ring that holds the big bearing in place.

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    Thank Cordes,
    I have rebuilt a 568 but not the 555
    Regards,
    Miles

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    '87 CSX #432 2.5 CB TII, SLH

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    The 555 is way easier. The end cover area is much simpler compared to the 568.

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    While the cover is off, it’s a good time to replace the stock bearing plate with a chromoly plate.

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    Re: Leaky cover on 555

    Quote Originally Posted by cordes View Post
    The 555 is way easier. The end cover area is much simpler compared to the 568.
    Thanks I got that impression from the FSM


    Quote Originally Posted by ajakeski View Post
    While the cover is off, it’s a good time to replace the stock bearing plate with a chromoly plate.
    I am planing to replace with a 568 that is on my shelf over the next year or so.
    Regards,
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    DD '87 Sundance T1, SLH with rear disks
    '87 CSX #432 2.5 CB TII, SLH

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