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Offline mechanic80

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Auto trans pan leaks
« on: December 18, 2013, 10:22:59 AM »
Well, after spending more on fluid and gaskets than it cost for a trans pan, I finally broke down and got a new one!   No more leaks!   Who'd have thought it?   And I used a cork gasket instead of the rubber/synthetic ones that seem to squeeze out.   Now my ride is waiting in the unheated garage to take me anywhere I want when the snow falls. 
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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #1 on: December 18, 2013, 10:38:08 AM »
Well, after spending more on fluid and gaskets than it cost for a trans pan, I finally broke down and got a new one!   No more leaks!   Who'd have thought it?   And I used a cork gasket instead of the rubber/synthetic ones that seem to squeeze out.   Now my ride is waiting in the unheated garage to take me anywhere I want when the snow falls.

Hey Mechanic80---where did you get your pan? I could use a new one too. Thanks!
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Offline mechanic80

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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #2 on: December 19, 2013, 09:26:10 AM »
I was going to order it online from a chrysler/jeep site  (for the 929 transmission) but it was cheaper at the local dealer.
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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #3 on: December 19, 2013, 09:38:00 AM »
I was going to order it online from a chrysler/jeep site  (for the 929 transmission) but it was cheaper at the local dealer.

It is the same pan and will fit? What should I ask them for?
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Offline mechanic80

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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #4 on: December 19, 2013, 09:41:09 AM »
If you call a dealer, they will only need the VIN.  Assuming it's the original tranny.  Mine was the 929 transmission.  :amc:
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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #5 on: December 19, 2013, 09:42:44 AM »
Really??!! Chrysler can look up an AMC VIN? Interesting....I'll have to call. I work for a good sized dealer group, and we have a Chrysler store so I can get a discount through work.
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I like to to tell people my Eagle is like a Ferrari. It's quirky, tempermental, border-line exotic, and something you don't see everyday.  See? Makes perfect sense....

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Offline 1985amceagle

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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #6 on: December 19, 2013, 10:50:41 PM »
if you have bad luck, you might be able to pm shaggimo as well, I think he works at a mopar dealer in the parts department
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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #7 on: December 23, 2013, 04:20:21 PM »
Never heard of a 929? 904, 909 and 42RE ('93 Grand Cherokee with 4.0L) share the same pan
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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #8 on: December 23, 2013, 07:15:40 PM »
There was a link posted recently to a very sharp looking upgrade. The picture was the bottom of someone's Eagle, so it has been checked out to fit. It has a thicker edge to prevent the typical hole distortion and it also had a built in drain plug. It was around $150 if I remember right. I won't buy the crappy stock one when something that nice is readily available.
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-1982 SX4- 401 NV3550
-1983 SX4- 4.5 MPI NSG370 (6 Speed)

Restoration Efforts Underway:
-1985 SW- 4.0 MPI AX15
-1982 SX4- 4.0 AW4
-1981 SX4- SD33T NV4500 (Turbodiesel 5 speed)

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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #9 on: December 28, 2013, 12:10:41 PM »
There was a link posted recently to a very sharp looking upgrade. The picture was the bottom of someone's Eagle, so it has been checked out to fit. It has a thicker edge to prevent the typical hole distortion and it also had a built in drain plug. It was around $150 if I remember right. I won't buy the crappy stock one when something that nice is readily available.

Do you remember where and when that was posted? I would be very interested. I think I definitely have to replace mine...I've put two gaskets on it since I've owned it.
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1985 AMC Eagle Sportwagon
2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic
1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
2016 Triumph Bonneville
 1962 Cruisers Inc Mahogany Outboard

I like to to tell people my Eagle is like a Ferrari. It's quirky, tempermental, border-line exotic, and something you don't see everyday.  See? Makes perfect sense....

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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #10 on: December 30, 2013, 04:31:17 AM »
Currently Inspected and Insured as of Jan 2013:
-1985 Eagle Station Wagon 258 T5 Stickshift
-1980 Eagle Station Wagon 258 Auto Fuel-injected with GM TBI

Minor Repairs Underway:
-1982 Eagle SX4 258 T5
-1981 Kammback 2.5L Iron Duke T5

Restoration Efforts Near Completion:
-1982 SX4- 401 NV3550
-1983 SX4- 4.5 MPI NSG370 (6 Speed)

Restoration Efforts Underway:
-1985 SW- 4.0 MPI AX15
-1982 SX4- 4.0 AW4
-1981 SX4- SD33T NV4500 (Turbodiesel 5 speed)

Future Rescue Efforts- '85 Maroon SW, '87 Limited SW, '84 Limited SW, '87 4 door Sedan, '81 2 door Sedan, '88 White SW, '77 4 door Hornet, '74 2 door Hornet, '79 Spirit AMX, '81 Kammback.

RIP- Red '81 SX4, '84 4dr Sedan, '84 SW, '81 SW, '80 Spirit, '83 SW, '83 4dr Sedan

Offline drock87

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Re: Auto trans pan leaks
« Reply #11 on: December 31, 2013, 10:15:41 AM »
Thanks Capt. I think I am going to do this after the valve cover, for sure. I just want to clean everything up after the valve cover so I can actually see where stuff is leaking from. Thanks!!
My list of my cars/toys (or toys at my disposal!)

1985 AMC Eagle Sportwagon
2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic
1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
2016 Triumph Bonneville
 1962 Cruisers Inc Mahogany Outboard

I like to to tell people my Eagle is like a Ferrari. It's quirky, tempermental, border-line exotic, and something you don't see everyday.  See? Makes perfect sense....

Click for Akron, Ohio Forecast" height="90" width="160

 

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