Daytona transmission rear seal removal

I think you mean the front seal? there is no rear seal, only the 2 for the shafts at the rear

 

While you can probably replace the seal without removing the front housing, but what about any and all other gaskets, seals, etc, ...

... you know, "while-you-have-it-out" or in other words, "how lucky do you feel ?".

When was the last time all that was serviced ?

 

I've done it, more than once, but usually after removal of front housing and/or disassembly and/or full overhaul.
Please re-read the first part of my previous comment.
YMMV.

 

If you have done it a few years back, you don't know how the seal is done? hmmm.
Best of luck, again....

 

Speedisleeve is also a great product.

 

While I wouldn’t go as far as call them “great”, they do provide reasonably easy & good band-aid* solutions in some applications, but not necessarily in OPs or the way he’s attempting to resolve** it.

* That’s what they were invented for and yes, I’ve used them.

** From the appearance of the transaxle in the photos and somewhat vague reference to when or how extensively it was last time overhauled/rebuilt, I’d be surprised if replacement of input shaft seal is only thing it needs or should be serviced for, but not my car or job. Just shared “little advice” as requested, that’s all.

 

John, what is the purpose of Speedisleeve? For damaged seal surfaces?

 

Yes Jim, they cover up the groove made the force of the spring in the seal. Not the best practice, but for a Ford / Chevy pickup, a great solution.
On a Daytona? Not really, as it is a touch demeaning in general.

Regards, Alberto

 

We have used speedisleeve's on Ferrari's very successfully in the past. A speedisleeve and the correct matching seal and things are like new again.

 

Jim, these pictures show how the sleeve works. The "cup" comes with the kit. It's used for ramming the sleeve onto the shaft. You can also look it up on Youtube.


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John, Dyke, thanks for the feedback and we will see if the shaft is grooved and in need of this.

 

On some applications, this ^ is or can be a crucial difference for a successful result.
I've seen failures possibly(?) caused by OEM size seals having been used with larger OD created by Speedi-Sleeve (or similar products), forcing the lip (of the seal) to a not ideal angle/position.
YMMV.

 

Once again, speedy sleeves are good, and the corresponding seal, idem if it is made for that few 'thou oversize.

I have used them on 'common' not high requisite autos, but on 'high performance' situations, I would never.
And yes, in a bind, they'll get you out of trouble just like JB Weld will. Strictly agricultural.

Regards, Alberto

 

Front seal was easily replaced and the leak fixed. Mobil 1 trans oil used and the shifting was greatly improved!

 

The front cover comes off easily enough and the seal should be easily accessible.

Paul

 

Did not have to remove the front cover just pulled the seal out from the front and installed a new one. BTW, got the seal from GT Car Parts in Phoenix that had them in stock.

 

So, was this done by "loudvette" in Illinois or you in Arizona ?
Just curious.
Regardless, good to know it can be done without removing the front housing.